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To ask you to raise a cup/glass and toast me

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Divorcinghisabusiveass · 12/04/2025 08:11

After realising that I’m in an emotionally abusive marriage, seeing the same dynamic happen to DC, having to contact Social Services as he didn’t change, receiving more emotional abuse as a consequence, whilst watching him temporarily (because he can’t maintain it) become dad of the f-Ing year, whilst he uses a bereavement to try and stick the knife in to me, after four years of counselling and me trying everything to change myself and hold a boundary around his abusive behaviour…

The divorce application is done!! Did it!!

This time next year I’ll hopefully be living without the constant pit of anxiety in my stomach that he creates…

I know there are darker days to come but I know I’ll get through it.

And you all won’t know it but you have helped. I’ve posted on here under different usernames many times, questioning if I’m bonkers or if his behaviour really is that bad. I’ve been pointed towards excellent sources of information. So thank you.

So, wonderful wise women of MN - please raise a cup/glass/fist with me.

To freedom and peace… 🍾 🥂

OP posts:
KimberleyClark · 12/04/2025 08:17

Well done! Wishing you all the luck in the world as you rebuild your life.

ThreePointOneFourOneFiveNine · 12/04/2025 08:16

Congratulations! Hang in there, freedom is just around the corner!

Divorcinghisabusiveass · 12/04/2025 08:15

KvotheTheBloodless · 12/04/2025 08:13

Congratulations OP! I'm really happy for you.

Are you still under the same roof as him? I hope the divorce goes as well as it can.

Thanks. Yes. Legally advised not to move out if I can.

OP posts:
heldinadream · 12/04/2025 08:15

My second morning cuppa (pending) is going to be enjoyed in celebration of you and your future @Divorcinghisabusiveass .
Well bloody done! And best of luck. And go carefully too, sounds a bit precarious still.
Keep posting if shit >>>>fan.

Divorcinghisabusiveass · 12/04/2025 08:14

Oh and any tips, positive post divorce stories etc hugely welcome!

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meatandgreetretreat · 12/04/2025 08:14

Cheers to you!

KvotheTheBloodless · 12/04/2025 08:13

Congratulations OP! I'm really happy for you.

Are you still under the same roof as him? I hope the divorce goes as well as it can.