The three most important people in my life are men. They gained this position not only based on their impact on my views, but the love that I hold for each of them individually and how they relate to each other.
Each of them was a victim of abuse as a child. I never knew how to actually address the situation with them. Sometimes, i would listen. During other times, I would push them towards treatment. Neither was very effective. Looking back, I felt overwhelmed with how to deal with the deep shame and guilt and how that intersects with modern day masculinity. I failed.
I wish that I had this website then: 1in6.org
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