Question from a reader:
Are we really the ones hurting the victim’s heart, or is it the side of Masahiro Nakai, who has responded in opposition? For a victim who wishes to “forget,” the hardest thing must be when the person who chose silence later comes out with a rebuttal. I brought this up because it seemed like her position might
be belittled again due to that rebuttal. I did not bring this back up myself. Since Nakai’s side has publicly responded again, we simply reacted to that. We just wanted to protect her, who was being made to seem as if she did not exist. Can we still say that we are hurting her?
The Victim’s Heart and Surrounding Reactions
Watching recent news often makes me reflect deeply on the feelings of victims. In particular, it can be painful when a victim wants to “forget,” but outside reactions and rebuttals reignite the issue. I wonder if this truly constitutes an act of hurting the victim.
Masahiro Nakai’s Rebuttal and Its Impact
When Masahiro Nakai publicly rebutted, many people reacted to that response. I understand the concern that such reactions could undermine the victim’s position. I always want to be cautious when touching on the delicate aspects of people’s hearts. Therefore, considering that the surrounding reactions could hurt her, I honestly feel conflicted.
The Victim’s Feelings and Surrounding Support
Thinking about the feelings of victims, especially in cases of domestic violence, is heart-wrenching. I recently saw on television that 30% of domestic violence victims are men, many of whom believe, “It must be my fault.” This indicates that victims, regardless of the situation, tend to blame themselves. Indeed, it is psychologically understandable to think there must be something wrong with them when a kind person suddenly changes. As someone studying law, I constantly ponder how to approach these issues. From a legal perspective, protecting the victim should be the top priority, and this requires understanding and consideration from those around them.
Final Thoughts
Ultimately, there is no doubt that we want to protect the victim. However, doing so requires caution. Each individual should be mindful not to let their reactions hurt the victim. If you have had similar experiences or feelings, I would love for you to share in the comments. Everyone has different perspectives and feelings, and discussing them together might help lighten our hearts, even just a little.
