For the purposes of this study, the researcher defines resilience as the ability to adapt to difficult or difficult situations and environments, the willingness to engaging in future situations and relationships rather than avoiding them, and the ability to thrive regardless of the situation or environment (Werner-Wilson, Zimmerman & Whalen 2000). For example, many show strength by helping others, bringing attention to the problem, reconnecting with others, learning to trust again, accepting painful feelings, and growing up. The current study used by the researchers relied on relational cultural theory to ensure empowerment and empathy in the data collected. The review focused entirely on men's experiences of sexual assault. Participants were recruited to meet the following criteria 1. Adult male 2. Experienced childhood sexual abuse 3. Self-reported resilience to childhood sexual abuse 4. Married or in a committed relationship 5. Without significant mental health problems. (Hays & Singh, 2012) Due to the strict criteria, only five couples were approved: Mike and Amy, James and Delia, Doug and Donna, Steve and Ali, and Peter and Valerie. Participants were interviewed individually and with their female partner for approximately 90 minutes..