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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024

Komentáře • 129

  • @PerryRiceR6
    @PerryRiceR6 Před rokem +30

    The sad part about it is that he is trying to smile the pain away. His body language is also really showing how anxious he is and how sad it is to talk about this.

  • @lazyjane1223
    @lazyjane1223 Před 2 lety +218

    You’re really brave and authentic. There’s nothing to feel embarrassed about. I hope the perpetrator gets his punishment and praying for you to receive healing and new beginnings.

  • @pinkdino4475
    @pinkdino4475 Před 2 lety +154

    i just want to give him a hug. it will be okay.

  • @leena2815
    @leena2815 Před 2 lety +50

    It's not easy to come forward and share your story with everyone (practically strangers). Thank you for being so strong and brave. I sincerely hope you heal over time. This is also a reminder that everyone is a human being with emotions and feelings regardless of your gender.

  • @alrishlim6987
    @alrishlim6987 Před 2 lety +135

    "because of how society portrays men." this phrase really angers me as we all know how judgmental the asian, more specifically the singaporean society is. no one should be forced to behave according to certain stereotype, it's unhealthy and sickening... so glad you made it through those tough times and i hope the future will be brighter for you

    • @Vivi-Core
      @Vivi-Core Před 2 lety +1

      U r right
      Our society is toxic
      Making people believe masculinity is strong
      My cousin brother was raped but my uncle did not do anything because he thought it was a shame
      And instead beat his wife,enduring anger upon her"

  • @AlyAlyArson94
    @AlyAlyArson94 Před 2 lety +140

    Thank you for your courage in sharing your story, you didn’t deserve what happened to you. I truly hope that you're able to find a path to healing because you're worthy of love!

  • @elizabethteo
    @elizabethteo Před 2 lety +77

    Thanks for the courage to share your story. It would inspire other male victims of sexual violence to talk abt theirs n hopefully get help. :) I’m a female victim of prolonged sexual violence too n while it is not the same, u inspire me to tell my story too to help other victims.

  • @kaitlynsng3493
    @kaitlynsng3493 Před 2 lety +41

    As a victim of such myself, I honestly nearly cried hearing about your story and all the struggles you've been through for the past 6 years. I understand how much pain and trauma this kind of incident would bring to you and I wish that you never had to go through such. I'm so proud that you were able to come out and share about what happened to you. I'm so so sorry that all this had happened to you, that your kindness was taken advantage of and got hurt so badly. I hope you're recovering from this trauma well and do take care. Much love and sending hugs to you and to anyone who has been a victim of the same situation as well. Stay strong guys!

  • @ruthloke
    @ruthloke Před 2 lety +37

    Your grandmother would be so proud of how far you’ve come 💕

  • @graceofgodmusic2759
    @graceofgodmusic2759 Před 2 lety +35

    The part where he said that the relationship was brotherly/ teacher-student relationship really tugged at my heartstring.. That was the case with me and what truly hurt me was he tried to blame me for all that happened. The way he trapped me knowing I had full belief in him as the only person who is willing to listen and empathise with me is truly sinister. I lived with hatred for myself and feeling invaluable. I blamed myself for a long time. I am grateful that I am freed from my pain now.

    • @yen7315
      @yen7315 Před 2 lety

      Rooting for you !!! 加油!

  • @maegandeeznuts2869
    @maegandeeznuts2869 Před 2 lety +20

    You can literally hear and see his pain thru his eyes, he's so brave to be able to share his story with us.... No one shld have to go through a situation like this. He's still young

  • @maureenkam9212
    @maureenkam9212 Před 2 lety +82

    That is called sexual grooming and manipulation. The manipulator will cut off all social contact of his victim so that he will not be exposed and the victim doesn't know how to seek help and escape from his clutch. Poor guy.

  • @sayurik
    @sayurik Před 2 lety +27

    You’re extremely brave and thank you for sharing your story. And to show your face in a very public video takes many folds more. It is so important to share cases and stories like this to raise awareness and empathy towards victims of sexual and emotional assault, you’re doing something really important.

  • @bronsonteo1725
    @bronsonteo1725 Před 2 lety +12

    Sam if you are reading this ,thanks for sharing. I sure your sharing will encourage a lot of youth out there. Stay strong & keep singing. You got a nice voice. Take care & God Bless.

  • @Zendefone
    @Zendefone Před 2 lety +67

    this guy is very courageous. respect

  • @yade1946
    @yade1946 Před 2 lety +9

    This guy deserves my respect! Not everyone can be as brave as you to share the story!

  • @itan1759
    @itan1759 Před 2 lety +26

    Evil lurks and prowls and many fell prey. Few dare to come forward. Your sharing is no easy endeavour. Your boldness is contagious. It brings hope and a way out for the many who are still in hiding, tormenting themselves, reliving the agony, anguish, deception, abuse, manipulation, humiliation. Few made it out. You did very well and you also save others when you reported on the perpetrator. Your late grandma would be very proud of you. Not only have you come out of a death sentence but saved others from the same fate. This wickedness that almost killed and dehumanized you has lost. Now you rise and live again. May you always remember it was never your fault, may the past not be allowed to limit your dreams. Should challenges overwhelmed, reach out and grow stronger. Thank you Sam. 🥇Wishing you a good life before you.

  • @bobkirsch2722
    @bobkirsch2722 Před rokem +3

    As an abuse survivor, there is so much shame about all of this. So much shame.

  • @peacefulaloevera
    @peacefulaloevera Před 2 lety +12

    Thank you for sharing your story to us,and I really appreciate the honesty and courage.I really hope you can find healing from this and know that you're not alone in this. sending virtual hugs to anyone who is going through the same situation as him!I am thankful you are still alive today :)

  • @yangchuyou2356
    @yangchuyou2356 Před 2 lety +6

    Beautiful man, I can tell there are times he is hesitating to continue talking, I can tell through his voice and eyes the pain he is having. Hope he continue to remain strong and live a good and meaningful life ahead. My boyfriend was molested by an older woman at work, he came over to tell me and my heart broke into a million pieces even tho he told me he is okay. He didn't report it and even tho I encouraged him to do so, I also respect his choice to let it go, it was not up to me to make the choice. He's gonna quit soon but yeh, victims tend to let it slide, esp men who dun wanna blow things out of proportion. If it happens and ur uncomfortable, screw whoever shames you for what 'not being a man' or ''dramatic' there are moments u gotta protect urself

  • @Lemonyee
    @Lemonyee Před 2 lety +58

    I want to be friends with him, and tell him that it will be okay

  • @weihao885
    @weihao885 Před 2 lety +27

    I want to be friends with him. I want to tell him that everything will be okay.
    I want to advice him is
    1. Don't make too much friends around you
    2. Make friends wisely
    Not everyone is the same like you want to share the story or problems with others.

  • @maoshengfoo4559
    @maoshengfoo4559 Před 2 lety +18

    Sam, you are one of the most courageous & bravest men I have now known and that you have a rare quality - an empath.
    Thank you very much for sharing your story though it must have been challenging to take this step. I can only understand & feel some of the grief & pain of what you went through but overall, it is a horrible experience and is not something anyone, especially children/teenagers, should ever experience.
    Thank you for speaking out and to show that abuse is not just physical but also mental, and that not only women suffer the abuse, men also do suffer from it.
    I wish your healing continue from this, and I want to let you know you have my support in this journey (sending hugs)!

  • @lawrencechew2007
    @lawrencechew2007 Před 2 lety +10

    Thank you Sam for sharing. It is very courageous of you to share this and it definitely going to help the victims to call for help and not to keep in silence. I’m happy that you have start afresh and nothing is too late! All the best to you! Take care

  • @faisaldien
    @faisaldien Před 2 lety +13

    You've been very strong to endure everything all this time. And you're just very brave to speak it up and let people hear your story, Sam.
    You're a survivor. 💜💜

  • @aboutranu
    @aboutranu Před 10 měsíci +3

    You are not alone Sam, Thank you for sharing your story, you just made thousands of people believe it's not their fault & feel confident enough to talk about their own story and experience.❤️

  • @deberatan535
    @deberatan535 Před 2 lety +9

    We are all human and deserve to have feelings and emotions, female or male.
    Thanks for sharing, Sam. We are all here for you.

  • @thealexsoda
    @thealexsoda Před rokem +2

    I couldn't believe this is happened only to me (in my friend group) when I Asked them "did this ever happened to u?" they said "no".

  • @chrysanthemum02
    @chrysanthemum02 Před měsícem

    stumbled upon this video and cant even get through a quarter without tearing up. I hope Sam is doing what makes him happy and is secured from this disgusting part of life and earth. love for you Sam 💛

  • @blahchkl
    @blahchkl Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you for being so brave - to endure the hardship and to share your story❤

  • @b2utyful0lub
    @b2utyful0lub Před 2 lety +3

    I am so so so sorry that this happened to you.. Thank you for being this strong, this courageous & this amazing for having survived through all that & now sharing your story. I pray that one day, you’ll be able to live a little more carefree & happily, without worrying & looking over your shoulders constantly.

  • @annalee9376
    @annalee9376 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks for sharing your story Sam. It was v brave of you. Hold your head high as it was not your fault or something to be ashamed. You have reclaimed your life and power by sharing this.

  • @jakecunanan1042
    @jakecunanan1042 Před 2 lety +4

    I admire you for your courage. May you be healed soon.

  • @greenlemon6879
    @greenlemon6879 Před 2 lety +2

    Hi Sam, you are really brave for speaking up and sharing this part of your life. Don't be embarrassed, you have empowered many young lives here. Stay strong and live your life without regrets.

  • @PinkCherie89
    @PinkCherie89 Před rokem +2

    I just want to give u a big hug, its okay now, u are very brave and inspiring, i hope life goes well for u now and its gonna be much better in the future~ Take care!

  • @Steffyduffyy
    @Steffyduffyy Před 2 lety +3

    Thanks for sharing your story Sam. You’re one brave soul and hope the perpetrator gets the rightful punishment

  • @nasuharoslan
    @nasuharoslan Před 2 lety +9

    You are so brave to share your story. My only concern is that the face and name of this protagonist is revealed. Would there be any consequences from it? Can the perpetrator file a legal lawsuit against people who speak out against them?
    Why was the face not hidden? I'm sincerely worried about the victim.

    • @RVNCT
      @RVNCT Před 2 lety +1

      No the rap3ist wont because he would just tell the world he did rap3/sexual assault Sam. He could try to file a lawsuit but the court will dismiss it and have him arrested for technically admitting to his crimes

  • @davhooper1710
    @davhooper1710 Před 2 lety +14

    Thanks for sharing your story, Sam.
    I'm still disappointed with the penalties for sex offenders in Singapore.
    It's a traumatic experience one has to go through for his/her entire life. What can you gain from fining them? A few strokes of canning does not help either? Up to 20 years, drop that bullshit!
    A second chance should NOT be given to such mfkers. How about life imprisonment in a single tiny cell with chains over their limbs and neck? That sound like a much better way for them to learn from their mistakes, except that there's no chance for them to prove themselves. (sucks to be you)
    If you have sexually assaulted someone and you are reading this, good luck.

  • @nurulfika
    @nurulfika Před 2 lety +2

    you will heal from this Sam. sending all the love to you 🤍

  • @highguy6916
    @highguy6916 Před 2 lety +8

    and people still say males cant be sexually assaulted. we truly live in a society

  • @waciao3967
    @waciao3967 Před 2 lety +11

    Yes, you are re-born! I wish Sam all the best in life from now onwards! You portrayed great courage and strength! 🌈🌈🌈🍀🍀🍀

  • @mi_kki
    @mi_kki Před 2 lety +1

    I am so sorry for what happened to you. I can really hear and feel the pain from you. Things get better, and I hope you'll find friends again ♥️

  • @hgyag5366
    @hgyag5366 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thank you for sharing what you been through. Look forward and be in charge of your own life.
    Wishing you and your family all the best.

  • @farihamohamedhilmy4700
    @farihamohamedhilmy4700 Před 2 lety +2

    I am so sorry for what you had to go through. You don’t deserve to be treated like that. There is nothing to be embarrassed about. It’s 2022. Even men can actually get sexually assaulted because if people are normalising the stereotype saying that men should be like strong or being able to defend themselves that’s just toxic masculinity really.
    I don’t believe that it’s right either for people to dismiss that even men can face sexual assault as well and they can also be victims of that situation too so don’t give up!
    You are strong and your emotions are 100% valid 💯

  • @emaho5540
    @emaho5540 Před 2 lety +3

    Stay strong Sam. You are very brave because you did not let fear get the best of you. And you did good by building trust in people again. Well done. Keep moving forward. Very inspiring, thanks.👍

  • @TJ-id5td
    @TJ-id5td Před 2 lety +2

    Sorry to hear your encounter and hope you are getting better now. Thanks for sharing but do be careful since your face has been exposed. As some predators out there will still try, so got to learn to follow our heart and say a Big No! whoever is trying. You shouldn't be ashamed, it should be that predator and hope he gets his deserved punishment trying on a 16 yr old boy.

  • @laiyinquan8355
    @laiyinquan8355 Před 2 lety +7

    It's because of the social stigma that Sam mentioned in the video regarding men and society that enables sexual predators like the guy mentioned to target vulnerable and impressionable boys like Sam. This is because they know that majority of people would laugh at him for being 'weak' or just tell him to brush it off like some common occurrence. We need a change in the way we see ALL sexual victims, whatever their gender, so that sexual predators will not thrive by targeting young boys.

  • @faithyap8003
    @faithyap8003 Před 2 lety +8

    Sam’s story is extremely similar to mine. 3.5 years of sexual, emotional and physical abuse from my ex.

    • @yen7315
      @yen7315 Před 2 lety +1

      Erm.. sorry to hear bout that

  • @BlankName88
    @BlankName88 Před rokem +4

    I've been sexually assaulted 3 times. First time was at 14 while in the bathroom at school by 2 other students. And when I reported it to the school, I essentially got told boys will be boys and asked why I didn't fight them off. Then at 20, I got drugged and raped by a friend while we were drinking. A few minutes after 1 sip, I was on my back struggling to stay awake watching him pace back and forth repeating, "I'm not going to take advantage of you" until he changed his mind,, and started undressing me while I tried saying no or just trying to move, but I was paralyzed. That one really screwed me up. Someone I trusted took advantage of me and could've killed me, knowing full well that 6 years prior, 2 fellow students violated me in a bathroom. The third time I was 23, and I got held hostage and raped in provo, utah at what I thought was going to be a party. I really went crazy after that. I was in and out of psychewards over suicide attempts, was getting blackout drunk all the time, and would blow up over the simplist things. It took me a long time to get to the point I'm at now of just learning to live with it. But I've found an outlet for rage and anger by lifting weights... and weed.

    • @angelaholmes8888
      @angelaholmes8888 Před 10 měsíci

      I'm so sorry that happened to you I hope that you are doing okay today

  • @gramblingnite
    @gramblingnite Před 5 měsíci

    Sending so much love and prayers for strength to rebuild your spirit and Guidance ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jiaminxxx
    @jiaminxxx Před 2 lety +1

    This is so so sad. Hope you are okay with more support and doing better now!

  • @sufiromeo7066
    @sufiromeo7066 Před 2 lety +1

    i wish i can feel comfortable enough to talk about it and speak my truth like this

  • @alvinmichael4970
    @alvinmichael4970 Před 2 lety +5

    I know of some young girls who try to dump their manipulative older boyfriends and also suffer a lot.
    Homosexual or heterosexual relationships are alike.

  • @majpanik
    @majpanik Před 2 lety +5

    Being kindhearted is admirable but being too soft can be your downfall. I don't do 2nd chances and I've never changed my mind because of a partners tears or panicked promises, I'd rather let something potentially good go than risk staying with something bad.

  • @danishqaril8919
    @danishqaril8919 Před 2 lety +3

    I was in an abusive relationship before. Being a lgbt gay person, it was physically and mentally challenging when I go out with him. He’s a bad tempered person and his personality will change from good to bad. It was many years ago. Such toxic relationships aren’t good for the mind and soul.

  • @hulksuperman3326
    @hulksuperman3326 Před rokem +1

    It's really horrible situation.

  • @from_hell__
    @from_hell__ Před 2 lety +8

    It takes lot of balls to do this,I hope you are able move on.The person who did this you should be severally punished...peace

  • @drhdjlgjj
    @drhdjlgjj Před 2 lety +2

    early and timely parental guidance and care for teenagers are essential.

  • @Pookie5015
    @Pookie5015 Před 3 měsíci

    It happed to me as well, I dated a dude for a few weeks , he graped me , I said NO 50 times , I was shocked and didn’t know what to do, afterwards I know this was wrong but didn’t really understood till a few years later, I’m afraid of men since then and always worry that it will happen again, I saw a therapist & It didn’t help , I live in my bubble and isolated and I don’t trust anyone, I hope someday I move on and live freely

  • @qyu...976
    @qyu...976 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing. Feel sorry for you Sam but we are all here for you. Sending big hugs!!

  • @aore_illa
    @aore_illa Před 2 lety +2

    You are so brave 🥺

  • @ZERO_0594
    @ZERO_0594 Před 2 lety +3

    I actually also have a similar story when I was around 10yrs old. But no police report was made.
    Got molested by a guy.

  • @ongliting7249
    @ongliting7249 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing! Stay Strong!

  • @dusktillldawn
    @dusktillldawn Před 2 lety +11

    Good courage to confess , thumbs up buddy !

  • @GK-iv4se
    @GK-iv4se Před 2 lety +2

    Stay strong Sam! You are a strong young man and will emerge better!

  • @joanofarcxxi
    @joanofarcxxi Před 2 lety

    This is so painful to watch. My god, the individuals who do this are so sick, so evil. they steal and destroy innocence and youth. Dear young man, you are such a brave and beautiful soul. You say you often give second chances and more, and I see this is true, and it means you are a beautiful soul, kind, compassionate. May God bless you abundantly your entire life. May you know true love and peace. We care for you and wish you well. Be brave, it will be OK. Hugs.

  • @nnnjuduo438
    @nnnjuduo438 Před 2 lety +2

    In young age we don't understand and knew how to tell, talk and describe until we knew and told to be

  • @J00NGY81
    @J00NGY81 Před 2 lety

    I had an experience many years ago. Rented a room to someone I knew from Manjam. Very nice person until one night he put his hands in my pants when I slept in the living room. I stopped him few times but he didn't care. Until the door knob clicked from inside my room, dad came out.
    He threatened me to not report to police or else he would do nasty things to my cousins who lived with me. He moved out next day and didn't even pay me rent.

  • @yeost1885
    @yeost1885 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your story Sam. Hugs...

  • @TheDrago9966
    @TheDrago9966 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing. You’re brave and great. Sending hugs !

  • @123sakuragirl
    @123sakuragirl Před 2 lety +1

    thank you for sharing your story sam ❤️

  • @damienbeck2401
    @damienbeck2401 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I wish you security, peace and love

  • @kikilim3973
    @kikilim3973 Před 2 lety +11

    My parents never taught me anything about sex. Here's wishing the next generation is well educated on sex and able to behave and protect themselves accordingly.
    MOE schools should really include sex education as one of the subject.

    • @rinky_dinky
      @rinky_dinky Před 2 lety

      When I was secondary school that's is the 90s , there was one chapter of sexual reproduction , that was our sex Ed , but our teacher kinda added in a lot of real life advise for us

  • @nilsjohnson2636
    @nilsjohnson2636 Před 25 dny +1

    I'm so sorry. Please know that IT WASN'T YOUR FAULT.

  • @linkolois
    @linkolois Před 2 lety +1

    You have nothing to be ashamed of.
    Hugs 😭 Stay strong

  • @MissCellanious1
    @MissCellanious1 Před rokem

    Bless you. Now, how does CZcams pick n choose which victims(or survivors) to silence?

  • @mavisary.8503
    @mavisary.8503 Před 2 lety

    Sam , you are really brave . Thank you for sharing your story and i am sorry .

  • @kennethholmes6991
    @kennethholmes6991 Před 2 lety +1

    Respect to you for telling your story 👍

  • @jeoncena5713
    @jeoncena5713 Před rokem +1

    I just want to hug him...

  • @MoonChild-yd3ez
    @MoonChild-yd3ez Před 2 lety +1

    You are so brave 👍🏻❤️

  • @Ninja-fk1fs
    @Ninja-fk1fs Před 2 lety +1

    I wanna give Sam a great big hug :(

  • @rhodes1948
    @rhodes1948 Před 2 měsíci

    Congratulations on your courage

  • @Mariah-mt8fg
    @Mariah-mt8fg Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing sam ❤

  • @AJL04B
    @AJL04B Před 2 lety +1

    Big hug

  • @clacksandpop7390
    @clacksandpop7390 Před 2 lety +10

    I feel bad for him

  • @pohhweehwee3585
    @pohhweehwee3585 Před 2 lety +1

    Stay strong, guy. This is not your fault , but the selfish fault of the other person. Stay strong .

  • @aceace9397
    @aceace9397 Před 2 lety +1

    Take care Sam💓

  • @geraldkiing1904
    @geraldkiing1904 Před 2 lety +2

    God bless Sam’s grandmother for being there for him always, and God bless Sam for having the courage and willpower to persevere till now.
    I do hope that, if possible, maybe we can hear about what sort of experiences the perpetrator had while growing up. People who to do these sort of things tend to have experienced similar problems when they were young and never found closure. No doubt the perpetrator must still be held accountable for his wrongdoings, but it certainly helps in stopping sexual assault cases to investigate the cycle of the “hunted” becoming the “hunter”.

  • @NAfz07
    @NAfz07 Před 2 lety

    Hugs for u. This is so sad.

  • @SGLawEnforcement
    @SGLawEnforcement Před 2 lety +3

    I hope that other guy gets caught and locked up in changi prison n 24x cane

  • @tengkuelleiatengkuibrahim3952

    My heart goes to you. You are a brave man and I know you can get it through you. Throw all past away and be that man that you are suppose to be. You are handsome and you are strong and I am sure you can find a good lady who would be a good wife to you. Have faith and remember Allah is but with you.

  • @abdulrajaf6
    @abdulrajaf6 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Sam....Stay Strong...ok..You know your GRANDMA is VERY CLOSE n Know you better.. Pray for her...(As an Ex-S'porean...i Also face the Same...issue...but i DID NOT ENTERTAINED ANY OF IT..)..Active..Extreme Sport.. Like TRIATHALON..n MOUNTAINCLIMBING...is my PASSION...YOU KNOW WHAT I BIKE AROUND S'PORE at LEAST ONCE a WEEK....Back in 80's bro...(Get POSITIVE VIBES..n ALWAYS..ALWAYS...ALWAYS DO YOUR 5X PRAYERS Bro..💪)..

  • @jrdelacruz3242
    @jrdelacruz3242 Před 9 měsíci

    I was Sexual Assault 1 and half year ago 💔

  • @nnnjuduo438
    @nnnjuduo438 Před 2 lety +1

    So stress living in Singapore.

  • @sufyan.t_
    @sufyan.t_ Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a molest victim myself. In 2007, a teammate touched my chest without consent in my poly changing room. I froze there stunned by his actions. Like you, I felt a lot of things. Angry, confused and even violated. I only told one classmate about it but we both also don't know what else to do. I had school to think about and doubt any adults would believe me. I was also too considerate to think that he also needed to complete poly. So i 'air dropped' the memory of it (aka mental block) such that I didn't remember the incident at all. Until 14 yrs later in late 2021. When i recalled it, i realised it was so messed up. This was on top of the various trauma i faced in 2006 - 2007 too. I've chosen not to pursue the case and hope to spread awareness of male SA victims.

  • @dior6987
    @dior6987 Před 2 lety +1

    so happy for u

  • @miracle6276
    @miracle6276 Před 2 lety

    Good luck to you Sam,you are empath ,your will care by God.

  • @eelju
    @eelju Před 2 lety +1

    Take care

  • @irfanazhari8863
    @irfanazhari8863 Před 2 lety

    Stay strong 💪 and do not give up and God by your side and your family love ❤️ u.😊

  • @eggos1019
    @eggos1019 Před 2 lety

    This story is really well written