The Cornell Sexual Assault Case: A Therapist on Trauma, Bystanders & Accountability
When a sexual assault case dominates the headlines, there are people reading who recognize pieces of their own stories. A therapist looks beyond the courtroom at survivors carrying untold experiences, people who have caused harm, bystanders who stayed silent, and the difficult work of truth, accountability and change.
If You’re More Mad at Amanda Than West, Ask Yourself Why
If you’re more upset with Amanda than West, it’s worth asking why. This isn’t just a messy reality TV moment on Summer House. It’s a reflection of how quickly we shift responsibility away from men and place it onto women. West is responsible for his behavior, full stop. But the outrage is louder toward Amanda because she broke expectation. Ciara was clear, direct, and honest about what respect looked like, and when that clarity wasn’t honored, it didn’t just feel disappointing. It felt familiar. This isn’t just about a relationship. It’s about accountability, friendship, and the patterns people recognize immediately.