04/06/2026
Awareness.
Softness.
Truth.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
And I want to name that because too often, we don’t.
Sexual assault is real.
And many carry it quietly.
I’m a survivor. 🌱
And over time, I’ve learned that awareness doesn’t require me to share everything to be valid.
I can honor my story, speak truth, and still choose what I keep for myself.
For me, healing has looked like unpacking, unlearning/relearning & softness.
Like creating space that feels safe.
Like allowing my story to exist without having to explain it.
This is part of why Candle Talk exists:
a soft pause for your mind & mood,
rooted in real life, real experiences, and the choice to keep going.
If this is part of your story too,
you’re not alone. 🩵