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Lostandscared1 · 31/08/2025 20:32

Basically what the title says. And I’m posting in AIBU for traffic.

i am very nervous to post this

35F, he is 32M. We do not live together. I have children from previous relationship and he has not met them - important info.

I am in an abusive relationship. There is no question or doubt about it. We have been together for coming up to a year, yes I know it has not been long. I had rose tinted glasses on up until April/May time this year and I have tried to end the relationship a few times.

i need to tell someone, anyone about what happened this morning. I had stayed at his this weekend whilst my children were with exDP. We had actually had quite a nice weekend up until late last night where we got home from a date night I had organised where suddenly the cheating claims came out etc etc etc. This morning it kicked off again as I tried to express my hurt calmly about something and he just hit the roof and told me to get the fuck out of his house so, I proceeded to do so by getting myself ready, packed my things and went downstairs to say goodbye I shall be leaving now. He went absolutely insane, and I mean insane. He was screaming at the top of his voice against the fireplace wall, punched himself in the head and proceeded to scream at me, in my face calling me all the names under the sun and he ran into the kitchen where the back door is to exit so I could leave and he picked up a knife. When I tell you I was scared, I was terrified so I rushed to unlock the back door to escape. He proceeded to hold the knife against his own wrists and scream at me im going to slit my wrists and your going to watch me die. I obviously begged and pleaded with him not to do that, knife still in his hand and he was shouting that nothing would satisfy him more knowing that he dies and I watched him. He then held the knife in the air so I ran back to the back door and he screamed at me to shut it and I said no, he slammed the knife down and said shut the door so I did. He was screaming at me that I drive him to this, I’m narcissistic im evil, all the usual abuse I get almost daily at this point. I was shaking, sobbing, and he went and sat down and then was accusing me of having another boyfriend, that I’ve manipulated every man I’ve been with. Just tearing my character down with false accusations which again is something I’m very used too. He held his fist up to me too before I went upstairs to get changed, and he chased me up the stairs and got in my face to shout at me to tell him what I was saying to his face.

i physically cannot leave. I am trapped. After this, he acted like nothing had happened. He was laughing at social media, trying to make jokes whilst I was completely numb all afternoon waiting for the time I can leave to have my children back.

in the times I’ve tried breaking up with him before but I haven’t physically been with him, he’s found me and he’s gone hysterical at me until I’ve changed my mind or he threatens to attack me or come into the place I am and confront me, or he’s gotten into his car and screamed at me where I am until I tell him and then he threatens suicide.

please do not judge please be kind.

i feel like I’m dealing with someone who has a serious split personality disorder. I do not want the police involved, but I do need to leave. I’m working with a therapist currently to understand why I allowed this in the first place. I’m a lot stronger now but the reactions I get terrify me, especially today.

i just needed to get this out and I just need to hear that what I am experiencing is not ok. Apparently I’m the evil bitch.

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Tell me you don’t understand the dynamics of an abusive relationship without telling me…

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Shegotanology · 01/09/2025 14:31

@Activetogether It is not our place to try to fix OP. Offer advice, yes, so OP can take what everyone's saying on board. If it were easy to leave an abuser, these threads wouldn't exist.

WhereIsMyJumper · 01/09/2025 14:28

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You’re oversimplifying it. It’s one thing to know something rationally, a total other ball game to know something emotionally. It takes an enormous amount of strength to even get to where the OP is now, I might be wrong (and don’t want to speak on OP’s behalf obviously) but baby steps are sometimes needed to break away permanently

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Lostandscared1 · 01/09/2025 14:12

I’m really really sorry you went through this, that must of been utterly terrifying for you. Thank you for sharing your experience with me.

i have moments of weakness, because the man is so unbelievably good at manipulating me and getting back into my head but for the sake of 1. My DC’s and 2. ME I must appreciate they are just temporary feelings for something that actually does not exist. I will continue to work with my therapist

It’s understandable to anyone else who has been in a similar situation. We haven’t all been blessed with the level of self esteem and self preservation that it takes to spot one of these men at the beginning and get rid of them before we develop feelings for them.

Lostandscared1 · 01/09/2025 14:12

Definitelynotme2022 · 01/09/2025 14:02

I'm so very sorry that you're in this situation.... he sounds pure evil to me. Stay strong, and please get in touch with Womens Aid and the police. Even so it's logged so that if you do need to call in an emergency, you'll be a high priority.

I was in a marriage like this for 13 years, and it all but destroyed me. Please be aware that he will eventually become physically violent to you. As you tolerate more and more, it spirals. And that's next. I was taken away in an ambulance, and the police told my df not to let me go back as they thought he'd kill me next time. Please don't let this be you.

I’m really really sorry you went through this, that must of been utterly terrifying for you. Thank you for sharing your experience with me.

i have moments of weakness, because the man is so unbelievably good at manipulating me and getting back into my head but for the sake of 1. My DC’s and 2. ME I must appreciate they are just temporary feelings for something that actually does not exist. I will continue to work with my therapist

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Definitelynotme2022 · 01/09/2025 14:02

I'm so very sorry that you're in this situation.... he sounds pure evil to me. Stay strong, and please get in touch with Womens Aid and the police. Even so it's logged so that if you do need to call in an emergency, you'll be a high priority.

I was in a marriage like this for 13 years, and it all but destroyed me. Please be aware that he will eventually become physically violent to you. As you tolerate more and more, it spirals. And that's next. I was taken away in an ambulance, and the police told my df not to let me go back as they thought he'd kill me next time. Please don't let this be you.

Lostandscared1 · 01/09/2025 13:53

Hi everyone

i have not blocked - this is where he really loses it. I am firmly held him accountable for his actions which in a way is proof and evidence for me. Of course he has flipped the script on to me, but I am not engaging. I have answered no calls today. He has said, he would never hurt me and the knife was for him, but this does not mean anything to me. Of course he is saying he loves me more than anything, and I need to work with him on his behaviours as he does not wish to be this way. I am standing really firm in my ground.

for those who are assuming I chose to be here and I keep choosing, no you are wrong. I have been in extreme denial, hence me working with a therapist so I can validate this is abuse, because of course I am trauma bonded (which I now know) and when I see the side of him that I “love”, I think.. no this can’t be abuse! He’s great he loves me! But the knife scenario has really concreated that this is abuse. Outside of that, he has been my best friend and my comfort which is wrong on all levels but it also feels so incredibly real and safe when he is the person I long for him to be.

The last thing he said to me was “ok look after yourself (name). I’m sorry.

i shall update in due course.

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NoSuchThingAsAFreeHoliday · 01/09/2025 13:43

I have nothing of value to contribute but am wishing you all the best x

WhereIsMyJumper · 01/09/2025 13:42

BMW6 · 01/09/2025 09:33

Well I'm hoping he DOES kill himself - the world would be a better place if people like him were gone.

Only as far as the OP would feel relief or feel nothing. The world doesn’t need scum bags like him, I agree. But the abused usually has very complex feelings about their abuser. It’s possible to hate someone and miss them. Even if they are the worst of the worst.
Far better for OP’s peace of mind if he just left her alone.
But I don’t think he will do it. It’s only for control that he threatens it.

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TheBroonOneAndTheWhiteOne · 01/09/2025 12:58

@Lostandscared1 I'm hoping you won't be deterred from posting because of unhelpful comments.

I escaped a very abusive relationship, many years ago. I understand where you're coming from and I know that there are many of us on here who are supporting you and want to help you.

TheBroonOneAndTheWhiteOne · 01/09/2025 12:56

MzHz · 31/08/2025 23:22

PLEASE PEOPLE, if you have not experienced an abusive relationship, PLEASE don’t feel compelled to say stupid stuff like “just leave then!” you don’t have the skills or insight to be of any use at all to the OP. In fact you’re doing more harm than good.

There are plenty of us here @Lostandscared1 who have been where you are… and got out.

we don’t want to read a headline in a newspaper and wonder if it’s you.

please take the advice of police and women’s aid, you’re going to need all the help you can get, and then some! You’re going to need to be the bravest you have ever been, but you can do this. We’re all here for you.

stay safe, check in with us again if you can. Maybe start a new thread? @MNHQ can help you find the other place if that helps?

Please note that @MNHQ doesn't exist. I mean, that user name doesn't exist, and they won't see it.

I can see that @ImaniMumsnet has posted though. Please can Imani assist the OP in finding the other place.

J3001 · 01/09/2025 12:37

Sending you a big hand hold it is not easy getting out of a abusive relationship and especially when knives involed i know to well how hard it is

1clavdivs · 01/09/2025 10:50

1clavdivs · 31/08/2025 21:52

If you haven't blocked him yet, please don't. Wait until you've managed to report to the police and then consider it again depending on their response. Blocking can substantially increase risk in this situation and interrupts evidence collection.

After the incident with the knife, think about reporting to the police and specifically requesting a DVPN. That will (theoretically) prevent him from making contact. If he breaches it is an arrestable offence in its own right.

If I was your caseworker I'm almost certain I'd be grading this as high risk and referring straight to MARAC. I don't think you should be going this alone.

(from an IDVA)

Again, if you haven’t done so already, DO NOT BLOCK. Don’t respond to his contact attempts but keep all evidence and report to police. People are advising to block and change your number in good faith, but this increases risk in this situation.

Falseknock · 01/09/2025 10:39

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GottaBeStrong · 01/09/2025 10:13

Also, have a listen to these:
open.spotify.com/episode/54z4i7ZuZPsukxX8M10xQD?si=47pDl_0iRE23VAYxiiCzUQ

open.spotify.com/episode/6FHpXowetDGVHtdsEFftPK?si=w3VbQPG2Tz-ngyVuv0Zi3w

I am a survivor of extreme domestic violence, false imprisonment, and coercive and controlling behaviour. My perpetrator is in prison for what he did to me and our child. I now try to help others escape from people like him.

You absolutely do need to involve the police. I wouldn't be surprised if the police already have intelligence about him via his exes. Sometimes these men already have a record of prior DA/DV whether convicted or unconvicted. This man displays a number of high risk behaviours that show you are danger.

The most dangerous time for a victim is when they try to leave and the 12 months post-separation. You will need support to get through this period and to help keep you and your children safe. Please reach out to the professionals for help.

GottaBeStrong · 01/09/2025 10:00

Lostandscared1 · 31/08/2025 20:37

I am home, with my children and I am
safe. I’ve blocked him in the past and he ends up calling me from a withheld number constantly until I answer

Change your phone number. Block him on everything including email and social media etc.

Report to the police and apply for a non molestation order via CourtNav so he is ordered not to come near you or contact you.
https://injunction.courtnav.org.uk/register/triage

Speak to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline, Women's Aid or your local domestic abuse charity for support. You can find out who your local area domestic abuse organisation is via Google.

If you are scared of him stalking you, contact The National Stalking Helpline for advice and support: https://www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline

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DramaLlamacchiato · 01/09/2025 09:36

BMW6 · 01/09/2025 09:33

Well I'm hoping he DOES kill himself - the world would be a better place if people like him were gone.

Totally agree

Let him crack on I say. But he has no intention of actually doing it.

Laxonaweekend · 01/09/2025 09:36

BMW6 · 01/09/2025 09:33

Well I'm hoping he DOES kill himself - the world would be a better place if people like him were gone.

Too right