Feb 27, 2012
When I am hugged it physically hurts because of the memories I carry from being raped. I do not know if I should tell them because even though it hurts and I still crave caring physical touch.
Goodness, I'm not even sure if you were asking for advice or not, but, I'm going to state what I think - If you're comfortable enough with the person to tell them that you have been raped, then tell them that the hug is hurting you - Ask them if you can be the first to hug them, that way you can ease into it, and it's not someone just grabbing you, it's at your own pace, and you can slowly work yourself back into being more comfortable.
