The Moment of Realization
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“I remember staring at my phone, watching the bars disappear. I thought, ‘Okay, stay calm. Think.’”
Emily took a deep breath, replaying safety tips she’d seen online. One in particular flashed in her mind — a viral TikTok hand signal she’d watched months earlier.
It was originally created by the Canadian Women’s Foundation, later amplified by TikTok during the pandemic. A silent SOS gesture for victims of domestic abuse, kidnapping, or coercion — a lifeline for those who couldn’t speak.
How it works:
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Palm facing outward
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Thumb tucked in
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Fingers folded down over the thumb
A universal cry for help — invisible to anyone who didn’t know, unmistakable to those who did.
And Emily knew exactly what she had to do.
