I’ve been training for @stgeorgemarathon since June and I’m so proud I finished it today and had a personal best!!!! There’s a ton I don’t know, but I do know we are all stronger than we think we are. I sincerely doubted my ability to finish within my goal time but thanks to working with a coach, running with my friend, and just keep putting one foot in front of the other I finished and achieved my goal! I would have cried at the end but I ran out of liquid to cry after all that sweat 😅 but I’ll be smiling the rest of the day!!!!
I’ve been training for @stgeorgemarathon since June and I’m so proud I finished it today and had a personal best!!!! There’s a ton I don’t know, but I do know we are all stronger than we think we are. I sincerely doubted my ability to finish within my goal time but thanks to working with a coach, running with my friend, and just keep putting one foot in front of the other I finished and achieved my goal! I would have cried at the end but I ran out of liquid to cry after all that sweat 😅 but I’ll be smiling the rest of the day!!!!
Trying to enjoy every moment this holiday season!! Clearly I am more than some others in this photo 😁
Wow I can hardly believe I’m saying 20 years since I was rescued is almost here! Thinking back it’s hard to believe it was my life, and remembering what I thought back then it’s hard to believe this is my life today. I was grateful the day I was rescued and I’m still grateful for all the prayers, searches, support, and sacrifice my family and I received. Thank you. Also just a shout out to @csthomas4 for being a friend and massive help along the way and to his book coming out next month.
Wow I can hardly believe I’m saying 20 years since I was rescued is almost here! Thinking back it’s hard to believe it was my life, and remembering what I thought back then it’s hard to believe this is my life today. I was grateful the day I was rescued and I’m still grateful for all the prayers, searches, support, and sacrifice my family and I received. Thank you. Also just a shout out to @csthomas4 for being a friend and massive help along the way and to his book coming out next month.
There’s a lot of responsibility that comes with parenting. Lately, I’ve been thinking about the important conversations I’m going to have with my kids. The one that has been on my heart lately is about consent.
Consent is more than a form you fill out that allows your kid to play soccer, go on a field trip, or be treated by a doctor. Consent is a lifestyle practice where your boundaries and wants are respected and validated, and that same courtesy is extended to others.
I’m working on a project about consent and would love your help. There is a survey linked in my bio where you can share anonymously about your understandings regarding sexual consent. I would be grateful if you took the time to take it and have the teens in your life take it too. All answers are private. Thank you.
I am so honored to have been trusted and involved in helping @kararobinsonchamberlain share her story of unbelievable strength and courage! It airs this Saturday on Lifetime. Knowing Kara and all she works tirelessly for inspires me to keep going! Please support my friend as she shares her story this weekend. It’s scary to be completely vulnerable and shine light on not only the worst moments of your life but what most people only have nightmares about.
@elizabethsmartfoundation and @downeaststyle have teamed up this year to create unique jewelry pieces that show survivors they are heard, loved, and supported. 100% of proceeds from these pieces will go to the We Believe You fund, which provides survivors with grants to fund healing costs. Jewelers pieces can be found at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/store or at downeastbasics.com
@elizabethsmartfoundation and @downeaststyle have teamed up this year to create unique jewelry pieces that show survivors they are heard, loved, and supported. 100% of proceeds from these pieces will go to the We Believe You fund, which provides survivors with grants to fund healing costs. Jewelers pieces can be found at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/store or at downeastbasics.com
@elizabethsmartfoundation and @downeaststyle have teamed up this year to create unique jewelry pieces that show survivors they are heard, loved, and supported. 100% of proceeds from these pieces will go to the We Believe You fund, which provides survivors with grants to fund healing costs. Jewelers pieces can be found at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/store or at downeastbasics.com
“The We Believe You movement is something that’s been building ever since I made the choice to become a public figure and began receiving so many messages and stories about experiences with abuse. People choose to confide in me because I am a safe space. But what if our friends, families, and communities demonstrate that we are a safe space? What if we believe and support those who disclose abuse and set them on a positive trajectory for healing? I think we can do it!
There are many ways for individuals to get involved with We Believe You during the campaign in November. The easiest way is to take the pledge and share on your social media: “I pledge to stand with victims of sexual violence. I support you, I love you, and I believe you.” You can also wear a We Believe You shirt or jewelry, which will be available this year at Downeast Clothing or on the ESF website. By taking the pledge or wearing a shirt, you demonstrate publicly that you are an ally for victims and survivors. Proceeds from these sales benefit the We Believe You fund, and you can also donate to that fund.”
—Elizabeth Smart for @utahbusiness
I went to Coeur D’Alene last summer to do a presentation, turned out to be such a magical place we came again this year! ☀️☀️☀️☀️
I am so excited to announce that @suutbirds has officially added our Smart Defense classes by @elizabethsmartfoundation and @malouffoundation as an accredited class right now this fall 2022 semester!!!!
13% of all college students reported to have experienced rape or sexual assault through physical force, violence, or incapacitation. And college women are two times more likely to be sexually assaulted than robbed. These are very scary numbers, especially since they only count for a few years of a persons life! When you look at even larger time frames of a persons life the numbers and statistics only get scarier. Smart defense is a trauma informed self defense class, we have classes offered in Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and will be offering them this coming year in Nevada as well. We hope to see these classes offered in other universities and colleges in the near future. Personal safety and student safety should always be a top priority. Head to our website www.elizabethsmartfoundation.org for more information. 🤍
Hope everyone is enjoying the end of 2022!!!!!
Hope everyone is enjoying the end of 2022!!!!!
Hope everyone is enjoying the end of 2022!!!!!
Hope everyone is enjoying the end of 2022!!!!!
After surviving her abduction, @elizabeth_smart_official says she wanted to help other survivors feel safer with sharing their stories.
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou
Since I was rescued I’ve thought about what has made a difference to me in my healing and the one thing that has made probably the biggest difference is: support. Having people believe me, hold space for me, encourage me, and love me has made all the difference. This month during our “We Believe You” campaign we encourage you to take action and be a support to survivors and victims around you.
Just a few statistics real quick
In the US a person is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds
1 in 6 women have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in her lifetime
1 in 33 men have been Victim’s of attempted or completed rape in his lifetime
False allegations of sexual abuse are as low as 2%
Whether you know it or not the sad truth is you do know a survivor.
#webelieveyou