Let me be clear: my safety does not come from leaving. Real safety is not measured by distance; it is measured by knowledge, awareness, and the support networks I have built around me. I am safest here — in the place I know, where I am familiar with the streets, the routines, and the environment. This knowledge gives me control, helps me anticipate risks, and allows me to respond effectively.

After experiencing extreme stress, trauma, and PTSD, I have learned that being in an unfamiliar place can increase vulnerability. Safety is not just physical; it is about being situated in a context where I feel oriented, prepared, and empowered.

The Guardia Civil know my situation. They understand the context of my life and can respond appropriately if necessary. That awareness and accountability cannot be replicated elsewhere.

I am surrounded by friends, neighbors, and a support network who know me, understand my history, and are able to act in ways that truly protect me. My safety depends on having people I trust — people who can notice warning signs, intervene, and advocate on my behalf. Moving away would mean leaving all of that behind, and that would make me far less safe, not more.

Safety is not about avoidance; it is about being supported, being known, and having the means to respond with clarity and confidence. Leaving might look safe to someone who doesn’t understand, but it would strip away everything that actually keeps me protected: familiarity, trusted authorities, and people I can rely on.

I am going nowhere. I will not abandon the place, people, or systems that keep me safe. I will stay here, where I am known, supported, and protected. This is my choice. This is my boundary. This is my real safety, and I will not compromise it for anyone’s misunderstanding or convenience.

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