Rangermatthias t1_j8vi2ni wrote on February 17, 2023 at 6:13 AM

Reply to comment by ArgiopeAurantia in How to Survive College - I guess this is what happens when you lose your keys around here? by fainting--goat

I agree totally!

OP, it is NOT okay for him to grab you. No matter whatever stress he may be under (which is much less than your own). That is assault! He reflexively decided to control you by dent of being physically stronger. That is not okay! And it shows what kind of person he really is - or to allow some leniency regarding his youth, what kind of person he is becoming.

For someone who deals with the supernatural on a regular basis, you worry too much about what normal people think about appearances. If he (or anyone) tries to physically restrain you, if you're in public yelling at that person to not touch you is totally acceptable. Step two, or Step One if you're alone, is to either kick the family jewels or pepper spray the eyes.

It. Is. Okay. To. Protect. Yourself.

I think Counseling could help you. You won't be required to name names, just talk about how people try to take advantage of your good nature and bully you.

fainting--goat OP t1_j9i5xrj wrote on February 22, 2023 at 3:28 AM

Thank you for saying this. It helped to hear it from someone. I guess I know this... but hearing it from someone else is a lot more impactful, you know?

Rangermatthias t1_j9nwmnl wrote on February 23, 2023 at 9:02 AM

Yeah, a lot of things can float around in your mind, but to hear it said out loud (or read it) can make it more...Real.

Good luck and stand strong!