I Stand Against The Modern Romanticisation of Pederasty, and Other Sexual Vicissitudes

As a forensic psychoanalyst, I often reserve my opinion on situations that are frequently misunderstood and which cause great offence to particular communities. However, personally, I cannot, I don't want to, and I will not tolerate any form of romanticisation of those who harm children sexually - the pederasts. Nowadays, there is plenty of that. There are pederast prophets in some religions, pederast presidents in some countries, and pederast people who migrate. I lay in bed staring at the ceiling. Too many thoughts rush through my mind. Too many memories of injustices which might never end. A repertoire of traumas that I can only wish I could shake off. But I cannot; the scar that sexual abuse left in my life cannot be erased. It cannot be healed. It cannot be forgotten. It haunts me every day... The Eternal Mark of the Beasts I turn on the TV to distract myself, and I am flooded with stress-inducing news that seem relentless and unyielding. The world is every day a little closer to World War III, although some say we are already living it, caught in a web of political unrest and escalating tensions. I take a deep breath and attempt to find solace, desperately searching for a distraction, yet everywhere I turn, I find the harsh realities of our society infiltrating my mind. As I flip through channels, I come across documentaries that dive deep into the life of Epstein, revealing the darker sides of power and privilege, intertwined with images of political figures like Trump, who appear to be creating warfare to divert attention from their own potential wrongdoings. I tremble as I recognise the familiar chill of injustice, feeling the weight of being a witness to the malevolence in our world. I know all too well what perpetrators are willing to do to bury their crimes, and I can’t help but feel both anger and helplessness as I watch the news unfold before my eyes, a constant reminder of the fragility of peace and the resilience of those who fight for truth. It's 2026, and we live in what seems an increasingly chaotic world. We've been witnesses to the crimes that appear in the Epstein files, yet we continue living normally even though suddenly, Pizzagate is exactly what those who were perceived as crazy disclosed from the very beginning. The revelations surrounding these events have forced society to confront uncomfortable truths that were once dismissed as conspiracy theories. As the layers of deception peel away, more people find themselves questioning the narratives that have been fed to them by authorities and the media. This growing scepticism leads to a palpable sense of unrest, as individuals grapple with the realisation that trust in established institutions has been irrevocably shaken. Consequently, the lines between what is real and what is fabricated become blurred, leaving us to navigate an increasingly treacherous landscape of misinformation while striving to uncover hidden truths and hold those in power accountable. When it comes to pederasts, you will often hear someone say: "He was [or is] a pederast, but he did all these good things...". I always interrupt, "but what? - Jeffrey Dahmer was a serial killer, and he was clever, yet we don't romanticise him, do we?. For instance, there is highly incriminating evidence showing that Donald Trump is sexually perverted. However, we all turn a blind eye towards how he has explicitly ordered the removal of his name from Epstein's e-mails. Moreover, he has done highly scandalous things, such as invade Venezuela and now bomb Iranian civilians in a rushed attempt to distract us from the truth. And this truth truly gets to me because I myself have seen perpetrators get away with crimes committed against me. I am forever stuck in a place where, unless there is justice, there will be depression and hopelessness, and a place where I have to witness the victories of those who have harmed me. Sadly, sometimes I think that I will never recover, because the cause of my affliction is injustice, and the state apparatus has failed me; in the same way that the US failed Virginia Giuffre and other victims of Epstein. Different criminals, cases, but one thing in common: Without justice, it is difficult to find peace within oneself. The heavy burden of unresolved trauma often lingers, casting a shadow over everyday life, making it feel like a constant struggle to move forward. Each new revelation about the injustices faced by others only deepens the sense of betrayal, highlighting how systemic failures perpetuate suffering. And then there is a religion where the main prophet married a six-year-old girl and consummated the marriage when she was only nine. Indeed, Islam gets under my skin. Another modern factor that feels anachronistic and cruel, riddled with sexual abuse of children at its core, including female genital mutilation in some cases. How can we live in a world that protects predators and fails victims? In this context, it becomes evident that healing is intertwined with accountability; the road to recovery cannot be navigated alone. By acknowledging these experiences and demanding justice for all who have been wronged, we begin to forge a path not just for personal peace but for societal change as well. In seeking justice, we not only honour the voices of those who have suffered but also reclaim our own sense of agency in a world that often feels indifferent. I feel powerless, and in the meantime, sexual predators such as Donald Trump remain in power, leading to a pervasive sense of frustration and disillusionment among those who seek justice and accountability. The lack of consequences for individuals who have committed such acts not only undermines the dignity of survivors but also perpetuates a culture of silence and oppression, making it increasingly difficult for victims to come forward and share their experiences. As the world watches, the systemic structures that allow these predators to continue their influence only deepen the wounds of those affected, leaving many wondering if there will ever be a reckoning for such behaviour. One can only hope so. Subscribe to get access Read more of this content when you subscribe today. Log in