"From every wound there is a scar, and every scar tells a story. A story that says, I survived."
Who I am, My name is Cassieopia, I’m her to Break the silence and Make a difference for all of us who have been sexual abused in the harsh world! I have been in this harsh, amazing world for 18 years. I have done some great things and met some amazing people but have also lived some things that bring you crashing back down to earth. I like to make the most of things. I don't want to die yet! Well I’m her to Break the silence and Make a difference! I have been through sexual abuse myself and understand that it is VERY REAL, and that there just is not enough help out there for young people that need it. Sometimes talking to someone that understands is a very important part of overcoming our pain, or even just to get us through the day. Every single day, childhood sexual abuse is running rampant, yet it’s the best-kept secret in our nation today yet young women all over the world are being abused, it needs to stop and we need to stand up and say what is happing we need to Break the Silence and Make a difference to this harsh world…
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Feel free to message me anytime about anything, I don't mind for I am always here to listen. I keep everything confidential. I believe that we can all make a difference in the lives of others and that we can rise above the obstacles in our lives. If we just fight together, then we can overcome anything. Also we can be a light to others who are trapped in dark places in their own lives.
Want to know what I’ve been throw in this Harsh world?? I went through a lot of emotional, physical, psychological and sexual abuse-from my parents. I was sexual, emotional and physical abuse by my father for many years, but now he is in jail which has saved me because it got to a point in which he was wanting to kill me but bad luck for him because I beat him in the nick of time by speaking out…on the other hand I was psychological abuse by my mum for at least 7 years of my life but I left her at 13 and lived with my Mum’s, Mum who had me for 9 months and then I went to my father’s mother for 13 months, and with in all this time my family didn’t even know what was going .. I end up in foster care because my father was going to kill me and I have just left foster care because I’m now eighteen. I had to deal with things alone because I had no one to turn to during those times. No one to reach out a hand to me and tell me it was all going to be ok. My goal in life is to help others out who are facing difficult times and have gone through hard times in life. No one should have to go through things alone. I want to help others fight the obstacles in their life and be successful. I just want others to know that they are not alone, that there are others out there who understand and can relate to what they are facing. Life holds a lot of opportunities. But we must be willing to go through the open door and follow our destiny. There is a reason why each of us is here and we all have a special calling and purpose in life. I want to help people get past those barriers in life and help them break free from the pain they feel.
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Child Protection - Tips
What is abuse?
Child Abuse may be one or a mixture of physical, emotional, sexual abuse or neglect:
Emotional Abuse
is when a child is deprived of love, affection and attention or when an adult continually speaks to a child in a negative or hurtful way and makes them feel worthless. Abusive behaviours include excessive yelling, unreasonable demands, excessive criticism, belittling, teasing, ignoring, humiliating, demeaning punishment, witnessing domestic violence or holding back praise or affection.
Neglect
is occurring when an parent or carer fails to provide a child with the basic needs such as love, food, shelter, adequate supervision and medical care.
Physical Abuse
is when an adult or older person deliberately injures a child such as bruising, burning, shaking, beating, scalding or other physical injury.
Sexual Abuse
is occurring when an adult (or someone bigger or older than a child) involves a child in sexual activity by using his or her power over the child, or talking advantage of a child's trust. Often tricks, bribes or threats and sometimes physical force are used to make a child participate in the activity. Child sexual abuse is not just intercourse, it includes a wide range of activities including voyeurism, exhibitionism, touching or fondling of sexual body parts, oral sex and intercourse.
If you or a friend is being abused like this, it is wrong and not your fault. Child abuse is always wrong and never the fault of the child.
How can I stay safe?
Identify the people that you trust most in the world. This might be Mum, Dad, Grandad, Grandma, your teacher, you're aunty or uncle, brother or sister. There are other people you may feel you can trust such as policemen/women, your parents' friends, your friends' parents or a counsellor.
Talk to someone you trust. If you are feeling scared, sad or confused about anything, talk to a trusted adult.
Keep on telling. Keep on telling different people if your problem is not being fixed. Keep telling someone until you feel safe.
Know that your body belongs to you. No one can touch any part of your body in a way that makes you feel scared, angry, sad or confused. This includes your private parts. It is okay to tell someone to stop if they are touching you in a way that hurts or that you are not comfortable with.
Trust your feelings. Listen carefully to what your body tells you about being touched and watch out for any warning feelings that you might need help.
Know the difference between SAFE and UNSAFE touching. Some touching is friendly, loving or helpful such as hugging Mum or Dad, holding hands with a friend, play wrestling with your brother or giving your sister a shoulder massage.
Unsafe touching is when someone:
touches you when you do not want them to
touches you in a sexy way
touches you in a way that you feel uncomfortable, confused or scared
if the touching is hurting you.
If you are unsure in anyway about SAFE and UNSAFE touching, talk to a trusted adult.
What if I am being abused?
Child abuse is wrong and never the fault of the young person. If you or a friend is being abused, you need to tell and keep telling until someone listens.
Someone may have tried to make you feel ashamed or guilty for what has happened. You are not to blame for something they have done wrong. It is not your fault.
Don't believe them if they say something bad will happen to your or your family if you tell.
It is an unsafe secret and it is okay to tell someone to keep yourself safe.
Nothing is so awful that it can't be talked about.
If you are not sure then listen to your body and your feelings.
How do I tell someone or report abuse?
Identify someone that you trust to tell.
Tell a trusted adult who can keep you safe help you to stop the abuse.
It may be very difficult, painful or scary for you to tell and it may be hard for you to find the right words to explain. Take your time and try to explain how you have been hurt. Lots of kids find talking face-to-face very difficult so you might find it easier to write it down, make a phone call, send an email or to draw a picture.
If the person hurting you is someone in your family, you may feel safe if you tell someone outside your family first ? such as your teacher or a counsellor.
You can try phoning Kids Help Line counselor?s there open 24 hours a day on (1800 55 1800) or access counsellors through email and web counselling by clicking here
Keep telling until someone believes you. Keep telling until you feel safe.
What if someone I know is being abused?
If a friend tells you that abuse is happening or you suspect they are being abused:
Believe your friend.
Offer support.
Try not to appear shocked.
Encourage them to tell an adult they trust and let them know you will go with them is they want.
Don't keep it to yourself ? tell a trusted adult. It is an unsafe secret. It is important that your friend is made safe and that the abuse does not continue to happen.
Help your friend to keep on telling until they are safe.
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