What to say to your friend who is healing after a sexual assault

Written By Genevieve Dreizen

These scripts should serve as a guide for tough, trying, and tremendous life moments.

We’re here to support you in supporting your people. We’re proud of you. And we’ve got you.

Here’s what to say when you don’t know what to say.

Sweet friend, you may feel really weird right now, and maybe totally disconnected from your body and life. You went through something very scary and you are so brave, I just wish you didn't have to be. What do you need right now? Do you need me to come wash your clothes and sheets? Can I FaceTime you and watch a movie together? This is a shitty time, and if you're feeling lonely and anxious, I am RIGHT HERE. Truly, always in your pocket. I love you so much, my beautiful friend. Life won't always feel this way, I promise. And, in the meantime, I'll make you a playlist and Venmo you for a hot cocoa. Holding you close.

Text these scripts, email them, leave them as a voicemail, or as the basis of a phone call or conversation in person. These scripts can be used over and over and across all platforms. We hope they help. We want to support you so that you can support your people.

Genevieve Dreizen
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