A Big Healing Moment for Me

[Dost]

The man who violated me was a trusted figure in my extended family. For years, I carried the weight of what he did—alone—while he lived without consequence.

Recently, I reached out to my sisters in Pakistan for support. Under Pakistani law, I can’t sue him directly, but I still hoped for a path to accountability by brining awareness of this issue.

What happened next stunned me.

With the help of one of my sisters—and even with the support of the abuser’s own son—his entire extended family stepped forward. About ten people, including his children, nieces, and nephew, reached out to say:
“What happened to you was wrong. We believe you. And we will help hold him accountable.”

I never expected this. I never imagined that the very people connected to him would become my allies.

This moment deserves to be named. Something is shifting.
Silence is breaking.

 

[LittleSteve]

Wow, that’s incredible. I’m so glad you’re getting support from people who should be supporting you.

 

[Pheonix1994]

That is a giant major step forward in your healing journey, and now you have the support you need to hold him accountable. I'm so happy for you. Take care.

 

[Georgie]

The man who violated me was a trusted figure in my extended family. For years, I carried the weight of what he did—alone—while he lived without consequence.

Recently, I reached out to my sisters in Pakistan for support. Under Pakistani law, I can’t sue him directly, but I still hoped for a path to accountability by brining awareness of this issue.

What happened next stunned me.

With the help of one of my sisters—and even with the support of the abuser’s own son—his entire extended family stepped forward. About ten people, including his children, nieces, and nephew, reached out to say:
“What happened to you was wrong. We believe you. And we will help hold him accountable.”

I never expected this. I never imagined that the very people connected to him would become my allies.

This moment deserves to be named. Something is shifting.
Silence is breaking.

Wonderful news. Congratulations!

 

[Dost]

@Georgie, Phoenix 1994, @LittleSteve: Thank you! Something uncoiled, the abuser's son wants to help me!! My body feels so alive and powerful today! So glad to share with you all!

 

[Georgie]

Maybe the abuser didn't stop with you. Maybe your extended family knows of more victims.

 

[Dost]

Maybe the abuser didn't stop with you. Maybe your extended family knows of more victims.

Yes, thats what my sisters think. Actually, my sister told her son that she thinks that her brother (me) might not be the only victim, and his son stayed quiet.