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Abuse is a general term for the treatment of someone that causes some kind of harm (to the abused person, to the abusers themselves, or to someone else) that is unlawful or wrongful. No one deserves abuse, period. Abuse can be emotional, physical, or sexual.

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deleted_user
deleted_user
I did something today to distance myself from my abuser. My spirit feels good about the decision I made. I know it pleased God and my family, and is what was best for me.

But sometimes making the right decision is a hard thing to do. It causes grief and pain.

I can look myself in the mirror, that's good. I will not be the victim of his abuse again, that's good.

I miss the feeling I have when I'm around him, I am grieving "losing him" again. That's bad.

I appreciate your prayers and thoughts as I go through this difficult time.
Tamehau
Tamehau
How do you know that you did something that is right? It feels good.

Good luck to you sweetness. Hope it all works out for you.
Livndadrem
Livndadrem
What Tame said.

Congrats to you. Yes, making the right decision is hard, it causes grief and pain - in the short term. But it makes for a happier, safer, healthier long term. Short term pain for long term gain.

Best wishes to you. It will get easier.
deleted_user
deleted_user
that's what I'm counting on, short term pain for long term gain. I feel free tonight, although the waves of pain keep coming.
IleneW
IleneW
Good, good, GOOD.

Good for you!!!!!!

Keep on doing what feels right.

When you find yourself missing him, the Index Card exercise I developed often helps. It helps to remember why you left. (If you want the details, PM me and I'll send it to you.)

Best thoughts and prayers to you. Take good care.

Ilene
calmzone
calmzone
Laura, I'm so glad you had an experience that gave you some relief. Sometimes even the smallest things can feel like big milestones when you're in this situation. Its very hard to work through the pain and grief, but it does start fading with work and time....

Good for you ~ thanks for sharing!
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