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Partner hates me

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Whatwear · 31/08/2024 20:00

My partner hates me he's always accusing me of causing arguments looks at skinny women when I'm a very big size 18 I'm trying to lose weight im nearly 1 stone down I think he hates e because I don't look attractive my stomach isn't flat ky boobs aren't perky I'm a brunette not blonde skinny or attractive in any way he tells I'm to big to wear nice clothes and that I should cover up im so insecure and don't deserve to live because I don't look at certain way I'm so insecure we're always arguing and I'm always crying

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Anothernamechane · 01/09/2024 10:37

In all honesty op it’s really difficult to see how much of this is you and how much of it is him. Monitoring what he looks at on his phone and even tv is abusive. Him commenting on your body when he knows you have such self hatred is also abusive. Your relationship is toxic and you need to get out for the sake of your children and focus on your own mental health.

Whatwear · 01/09/2024 10:31

Its my own insecurities I don't like my body it's disgusting at the moment when I see him noticing women who have a nicer body and looks it upsets me i feel inadequate if I ask him how clothes look on me he will give me an honest answer which I didn't like he will tell me if something doesn't suit my body I'm trying to lose weight so I can wear nicer clothes rather than having to hide behind layers we aren't talking this morning either he can't see why I'm in a bad mood the way he spoke to me yesterday I want an apology every time we fall out I blame it on my weight and looks thinking we wouldn't argue if I was thin and pretty enough because I'd be happier if I was happy I do wake up in bad moods because I hate myself im depressed about the way I look.

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BettyBardMacDonald · 01/09/2024 10:30

LyingWitchInTheWardrobe · 31/08/2024 23:36

OP, if you're in a council house presumably this is to house yourself and your children? He doesn't need to be there.

Can you get in touch with Women's Aid to have a chat to somebody about what your options might be? I think you should do that, speak to somebody who can give you good advice based on your circumstances.

Once you know what your options are then you can start to make a plan as to what you'll do next. This man isn't good to you and he has no business being in the house when he's causing you this anguish, it's not good for your children to witness this either.

Women's Aid are very good, look them up and give them a call.

This.

You need to prioritize your children. You are subjecting them to an extremely toxic and permanently damaging environment. Every single day.

Stop obsessing over what he thinks and says. You must focus on the children you chose to create. This is SO unfair to them.

Notamum12345577 · 01/09/2024 10:28

Whatwear · 31/08/2024 21:31

It's council house we live together.

If you were to split, and you kept the kids the majority of the time, it is most likely that you would get the tenancy and he would not.

Whatwear · 01/09/2024 10:22

BowlOfNoodles · 31/08/2024 22:28

No it's not about me because I'm not a size 18 but it's literally a size above the national average describing it as very big is pretty rude! This removes my empathy.

Go away I'm reporting your comments your only because I said I was big at a size 18 sure iv seen you being nasty to others as well your username looks familiar leave me alone I'm going through enough.

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Katkins17 · 01/09/2024 09:19

How to loss a 'fat bum' in 7 days...

Pack all his clothes up, tell him he's a fat headed tossed, then kick him out.

BowlOfNoodles · 01/09/2024 09:07

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Screamingabdabz · 01/09/2024 09:06

I think YABU to stay with a man who treats you like this. You’re also role modelling this disfunction to the kids.

StormingNorman · 01/09/2024 08:57

BowlOfNoodles · 31/08/2024 21:29

I was a size 18 about 5 years... and I wasn't very big the national average is indeed a 16.

Again, this is not about you. How you perceive a size 18 and how OP does depends on a lot of factors, including her own self-worth and confidence.

BowlOfNoodles · 01/09/2024 08:56

ComeTheFckOnBridget · 01/09/2024 00:40

Also, not that it's a actually relevant but you say you're a size 18?

The average size for women in the UK is 16, so you're just above average.

Just a little perspective for you.

I'll dig out some links I saw on another thread to help support you getting rid of him.

You deserve wonderful things, @Whatwear , and are worth the world.

👏 exactly 16 is Average! and she's jealous that somebody else might take this utter prince and he insulted by him lol.

Flipsock · 01/09/2024 07:50

came out room ready to go out when he said have you got something of cover up with you've got a front pouch

This is all very toxic. The poor kids listening to this.

GreatMistakes · 01/09/2024 07:13

He doesn't sound great but honestly you have a victim mentality.

justbeingasmartarse · 01/09/2024 03:37

Dump him then?

GettingStuffed · 01/09/2024 01:09

Go and see your GP. I used to have awful self esteem. I worked out why I felt that way and then I worked on improving myself. I'm also on Sertraline which stopped this inner voices.

I've also lost weight by changing my eating habits, I have digestive issues zndneed to avoid certain foods.

SavageTomato · 01/09/2024 01:00

He's a total cunt. Leave him, permanently, and reclaim your life. Wishing you all the best for a happy life away from that CUNT.

ComeTheFckOnBridget · 01/09/2024 00:45

https://www.ncdv.org.uk/

These people will arrange a free restraining order against him for your protection. Make sure it contains powers of arrest so the police can do something if he breaks it.

https://www.womensaid.org.uk/

https://refuge.org.uk/

Are two excellent charities that will help support you to rid him from your life and provide lots of advice.

Your GP can also sign post you to local support.

Make sure you check out these pages in particular because I think you'll find them helpful in seeing exactly the abuse you've been living with:
https://refuge.org.uk/what-is-domestic-abuse/about-domestic-abuse/

https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/what-is-domestic-abuse/recognising-domestic-abuse/

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Domestic Violence & Abuse · Emergency Injunction Service

A free, fast emergency injunction service to survivors of domestic violence regardless of their financial circumstances, race, gender or sexual orientation.

https://www.ncdv.org.uk

ComeTheFckOnBridget · 01/09/2024 00:40

Also, not that it's a actually relevant but you say you're a size 18?

The average size for women in the UK is 16, so you're just above average.

Just a little perspective for you.

I'll dig out some links I saw on another thread to help support you getting rid of him.

You deserve wonderful things, @Whatwear , and are worth the world.

ComeTheFckOnBridget · 01/09/2024 00:38

Like f*ck does he have anxiety. He's a bully, a lazy, vicious one and he is abusing you.

@Whatwear does he call you an ugly fat bitch when he's nasty to you?

I would bet good money that the negative way you talk about stems directly from what he says to you, about you.

And I suspect your "jealousy" is nothing more than a normal response to partner who does nothing but put you down, undermine and disrespect you.

Keep going with the therapy. Of course your self-esteem will be through the floor, but also make plans to kick him because your self-esteem will only start to recover once you're free him. Flowers

LyingWitchInTheWardrobe · 31/08/2024 23:36

OP, if you're in a council house presumably this is to house yourself and your children? He doesn't need to be there.

Can you get in touch with Women's Aid to have a chat to somebody about what your options might be? I think you should do that, speak to somebody who can give you good advice based on your circumstances.

Once you know what your options are then you can start to make a plan as to what you'll do next. This man isn't good to you and he has no business being in the house when he's causing you this anguish, it's not good for your children to witness this either.

Women's Aid are very good, look them up and give them a call.

CountryMumof4 · 31/08/2024 23:27

It sounds like you're in an extremely toxic relationship - and, kindly - as you've admitted, from both sides. You're aware of your insecurities and it sounds like you're trying to work on them, but he also needs to consider the impact his words and actions have on you. You may feel there's no way out as things stand, but I'm sure you'll get through this - stick with your therapy, try to find a job that fits in with your childcare needs, and then leave. You've done brilliantly losing the weight you've lost and if you want to carry on for you, that's great - but don't do it for him. If you do split, focus on rebuilding your life and conquer the voice in you that says you aren't enough - I'm sure you are.

BowlOfNoodles · 31/08/2024 23:18

Saltedbutter · 31/08/2024 23:14

Evidently, love, you could as you repeatedly try and make the OP feel even worse.

But I'd of only commented once at this stage I'm being quoted and replying 🤷‍♀️

Hopelesscase32 · 31/08/2024 23:15

So if he hates you why are you still together?

Saltedbutter · 31/08/2024 23:14

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Evidently, love, you could as you repeatedly try and make the OP feel even worse.

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Saltedbutter · 31/08/2024 22:54

BowlOfNoodles · 31/08/2024 22:28

No it's not about me because I'm not a size 18 but it's literally a size above the national average describing it as very big is pretty rude! This removes my empathy.

But size 18 is big. I’m also currently a size 18. I know you’re determined to make this thread about you but can you not see the OP is in pain?

OP, your weight doesn’t define you. If you want to lose the weight then in time you will. It’s not easy, I know. As others have said, is your partner actually saying these things or are you putting the words into his mouth? You can be big and still look lovely. I’m certain you’re none of the things you use to describe yourself.

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