After abortion: Post-abortion affirmations to remember when people criticize you for having an abortion
Abortion is responsible. You are a responsible person, and you made a responsible choice.
Nobody can judge you unless they’ve been in your situation, and nobody will ever be in the exact same situation as you.
You’re on the right path. You know what’s best for yourself, your body, and your life.
Other people’s opinions of your decision don’t affect whether your decision was right or not.
Your experience was valid.
No one’s experience is the standard.
Many people support your decision and recognize your ability to make decisions for yourself.
Not their uterus, not their opinion.
They need to mind their own business.
You do not ever have the duty to sustain the life of another. You can if you want to, but you don’t ever have to, regardless of why the other needs your help or their relationship to you. [x]
It is your body being used. You get to call the shots. [x]
For religious people: You are created in the image of God. Your spirit is divine.
It’s okay to feel regret or remorse. It doesn’t mean you’re a bad person or that other people are right to criticize you.
You don’t have to apologize to anyone.
If you believe everyone has a right to an abortion, extend that same courtesy to yourself.
Cut negative people out of your life.
Life is not about pleasing everybody.
You are brave, strong, and capable, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get hurt or tired. Take care of yourself and your needs.
You are resilient, whole, and beautiful as you are.
Call 1-866-4-EXHALE if you need to talk to someone about it.
You don’t have to go through this alone. It’s okay to ask for help and support.
You’re doing your best, and you deserve to be proud of yourself.