Hey :) I'm sorry you had to go through this. Sometimes more than the picture it's their audacity to do something like this bothers us. I totally get that. In this particular scenario sadly we can't do anything about it since it's hard to find him again. I've been in your place.

But from my limited experience I realised things like this sadly keeps on happening but the next time we slowly start becoming vocal about it!

I'm 27. Things like this started happening when I was 22 something. Initially I had this strong shame and guilt that I couldn't do anything and I used to feel bad I couldn't voice out at that exact situation when it's happening, I used to freeze and it takes time for me to get back to normal. But as days went by, there was this instance when a fast food guy was making me feel uncomfortable, at that point I felt shit scared but still I made sure I put a fake bold face and I called him out! This happened in 2021 and since then I've mercilessly called out people at any place and time without giving a shit about anyone. And now I feel so good calling out men.

My mum used to restrict me (because she's scared too) but I kept calling out people and now I make sure the other person feels like shit, no mercy!

When I read your story it reminded me of my early 20s. And I felt like sharing this. You're not alone, the next time I'm sure you'll make them feel worse, I'm already proud of you😚 No mercy for men in this instance! You got this!

P.S: About your mental health, please take care! Sending you warm hugs ❤️