In my mind, genuine love includes detailed knowledge of exactly where those most vulnerable spots are. On the good days, love uses that knowledge to healing benefits.

If only all the days were good. . .

Hope healing happens here, Bravered. Hope today is a better day.

Sorry you are hurting hon,

Love is powerful when used to further understanding, build alliances,and act as a staircase to our better, stronger selves. But it requires our attention and intention to continue on that path on a daily basis.

We can only have intention of our own hearts and minds and that intention ends at our skin. We can't control what others think and feel or how they behave. I too hope healing happens for you and you can find a place of kindness to go forward.

Big hug for you Braver.... I'm sorry that you're still struggling.... I know you said you couldn't afford therapy... If you follow any kind of religious order a leader may be able to offer you and your boyfriend some counselling

I really do think my bf and his family hate me so much they want me dead. I feel trapped like I know I need to get out. I get abused when I try to express my feelings to my bf

I feel like there is no love there no matter how much I try and make it right. I've got to get out

Fear of entrapment is one of my hyper-vigilance symptoms and it triggers my flight instinct every time. It shows up wherever, with whomever my hyper-vigilance kicks in. But that is me. . .

Sometimes flight really is the best solution.

Continued support while you sort your own, Bravered.

how are you trapped?

Do what you know is right