Not a Nice Girl | Spoken Word Poetry on Boundaries, Survival, and Sexual Trauma

In this powerful spoken word poem, Kate delivers an unflinching message about reclaiming boundaries, surviving sexual trauma, and breaking free from the toxic expectations placed on women and survivors.“Not a Nice Girl” is a raw, emotional piece that confronts the burden of politeness, the dangers of being “nice,” and the way women are often expected to carry emotional labor for men—whether through forced compassion or manipulated empathy. This episode gives voice to the silent, heavy truth many survivors of sexual abuse, gender-based violence, and toxic relationships know all too well.Kate speaks to anyone who has ever been made to feel responsible for someone else’s pain, who has struggled with the pressure to stay quiet, stay kind, or stay safe by staying small. It’s about the survival instinct to disappear before regret takes root. It’s about the exhaustion of holding space that was never offered in return.This episode of Unspoken is for survivors, for those setting boundaries, and for anyone who’s done being “nice.”In this episode, we explore: • Surviving sexual trauma and gender-based violence • The emotional toll of toxic masculinity and manipulated vulnerability • Reclaiming boundaries and saying no without apology • Spoken word poetry that centers the survivor experience • Finding power in no longer being “nice” to those who never deserved your yesListen now if you’re ready to embrace your strength, speak your truth, and stop apologizing for your survival.Trigger warning: This poem addresses themes of sexual trauma, manipulation, gaslighting, and survivor anger.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to spoken word and survivor-centered storytelling.Copyright ©2025 Kate EarleyMusic: Your Daughter by Molly Kate Kestner