Anonymous Story: Perception vs. Reality
We talk in English class about
the concept of
“Perception
vs.
Reality”
and how literature
demonstrates this
universal truth.
I wonder if anybody knows
anyone at all
as I think back to the word
“Ethical”
printed in the yearbook
right beside
my rapist’s face.
Culture Fears Guilt He felt entitled He was violent High School I blamed myself I did not report it I didn't think anyone would believe me I knew my rapist I remember what happened I was a virgin I wasn't sure if it was rape I'm afraid to be alone I'm in therapy I've never told anyone Shame Slut Stigma Victim Blaming We were in a relationship
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