A s a survivor of sexual abuse and trauma I've had numerous people, places, things and ideas impact my ability to utilize my voice. Well if I'm being more transparent--- I'd have to say experiences, relationships, learned behaviors, people's perceptions, environments, belief systems and my own misconceptions were equally contributing factors in stifling my voice. What is voice, you ask? Voice, in this context, could be defined as the ability to express oneself freely without reservation. To vocalize. To give voice to. Voice embodies the essence of who you are as an individual. It is the expression of who you are. It's that special or unique quality that makes you distinctly you. Now that we have a general understanding of what voice is, how could we possibly have it muted? Imagine bursting with excitement because you received life changing news and immediately you decide to tell your closest friends. Picking up the phone, you dial the first
Unmute is a blog devoted to empowering sexual abuse survivors and those who have experienced personal trauma through recognizing the power of utilizing their own voice to unmute themselves and live their life to its fullest potential.