As we move away from the old role in which we were helplessly entrapped as a victim, we make friends with the people who affirm us. Their enthusiasm about us mirrors the positive experience we are having.
Maureen Brady, Beyond Survival: A Writing Journey for Healing Childhood Sexual Abuse
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