Lex Gabrielle
Going on a first date can be really nervewracking for many individuals. But, for those who have been victims of assault, putting yourself out there can be not only difficult but almost traumatizing. For many victims, we are unsure and uneasy when it comes to trusting new people—as we’ve been burned by those who we thought were loyal at a given time.
We try our best to look for the absolute best in everyone we meet—despite our guts telling us otherwise. But, sometimes, trying to open up to someone can be a huge regret, especially when they’re not someone who we should have wasted our time with.
Ericka Persson shared her story on Twitter after she decided to accept a last-minute date with someone. The rest of the story…well, it’s God-awful.
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033601294209025
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As they decided to go to dinner late, their date was rather short because the restaurant he chose was going to close pretty soon after they arrived.
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033607560507394
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033608890155008
Persson wasn’t ready to have him over her house—or go to his—as the two had just met. However, her date responded saying she was being “difficult.”
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033610232328193
He clearly wasn’t taking no for an answer.
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033611436052487
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033612727926784
Persson decides to be honest and explain that she’s had problems in the past with men—alluding that she’s been assaulted by men.
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033613902303237
And, his response…I just…WHAT?!?
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033615273869313
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033616808984577
Persson was not going to let any guy take her dignity and agency away from her.
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033618096590848
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033619484913665
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033620785197059
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033621980577792
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https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033624690122752
https://twitter.com/peoplepersson/status/1108033626065776640
Many people online were appalled and disgusted by this dude and his lack of compassion.
All around a bad guy… the minute he asked twice and rejected your alternative he showed who he really was. Take care of yourself today, you did well and were strong to keep your voice over and again.
— readergurrrrl (@readergurrrrl) March 20, 2019
This dude can go fuck himself I am so sorry you had to put up with this. I am also sorry it is so relatable to me as well. Why men consistently think of sex for food in some weird transactional way I will never fully understand.
— Jo (@MissGloop) March 19, 2019
https://twitter.com/Phoenix_911_/status/1108403892285521920
Bravo standing up for yourself! No one should have to deal with that garbage. I hope you're doing ok today. IMO, being honest isn't mistake. That idiot's unwillingness to listen and be human was his mistake.
— 🖖Kristine Anne is ProChoice (@Xaenie) March 19, 2019
That encounter rings little sociopath manipulator alarm bells to me. Sorry you had to deal with it.
— Dave Cake (@strangedave) March 21, 2019
You are brave. No is no and that should be enough. Especially on a first date. You dodged a bullet. He’d have no respect for you or your choices. Well done!
— Lozano (@EmilyLozano) March 21, 2019
I would really like to punch that guy in the nuts for you. Be gentle with yourself. <3
— Ashley (@LymeandCoconut) March 21, 2019
h/t: Twitter, Someecards.
