I know I am not unique or alone when I say I have been physically abused.

I was physically assualted 3 years ago and I am still devasted by the memories. I live alone with my dog and often find myself worrying about my physical safety.

I have thoughts that someone is going to come and hurt me. I have racing thoughts and my body trembles.

The people who physically assualted me were people in authority 3 years ago.

I try to remind myself that the assualt happened years ago and if these people or their associates wanted to harm me again they would have done so many years ago.

Why don't I feel safe? Why do I constantly worry about my physical safety? When will I be able to let my "guard" down?