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Am I being emotionally abused very confused :/

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Inthefog · 01/08/2013 09:30

Hello
I'm a member but have name changed for this.
My husband has basically been caught cyber cheating on me a few times these were a few years ago but i only found out recently.
He was also flirting and messaging women at work all this info was drop fed to me over the past two years.
Which is why I think I'm still here he is the last person you would think would cheat although he says he never cheated physically the stuff I read and found was disgusting.
February he smashed the house up because I went out without him smashed up my things.
Recently his behaviour has gotten worse he constantly checks my phone and logs into my Facebook accuses me of having affairs and looking at other men.
A few nights ago I went out to watch a show and he said he wanted sex when I got home , my younger sister wanted to stay over and he went ballistic like a lunatic going mad saying 'he wanted pussy' and how would he get it with my sister here. He argued on me for a good hour over this in the end my sister did not stay.

When I got home he got out of bed and sat waiting for me I said I didn't want it had been at work all day and had been out and was tired but he jus wouldn't listen said he wanted it etc. I ended up just walking upstairs like a robot and lay there I didn't want it an after he goes that doesn't count what just happened you made me feel like I raped you.
The sex thing is a constant thing that happens I say no but he still gets his way and I end up doing it.

He blows up for the slightest thing he's meant to be going out next week with his friends and our children are staying in Wales with their nan I said I might go out to but he just went mental over it saying I can't go
Out. I'm taking the piss thinking I can go
Out again and he would rather us go out together instead as he feels he can't go out now as he will be worrying where I am all night.
We went to a wedding and he accused me of looking a other men all might an had a huge row when we got home.

He never used to be like this but since I caught him out with his cheating he's just getting worse he actually told me the other day he wa going to burn my face with acid if I leave him so I'm scarred for life.
He made out it was a joke afterwards but it was far from funny to me. He sits there staring at me even while I watch TV and when I ask him to stop he says he does it because I'm so beautiful.
The other night we were watching something and a woman was being drowned and again he said he was going to do that to me.
Just last night he Said if I ever leave him thy he will stab me in the face.
I went to bed early and he was moaning about that and started arguing on me again about next weekend he said its my fault and I know how to push his buttons.

I start to dread him coming home he's like a man possessed with me I'm so bloody embarrassed I don't know how it's got to this after ten years together.
I feel like its maybe this is normal and Im blowing it up an making it worse than what it is.
I never thought I would stay with someone who cheated like this but thought we could get past it but if anything his behaviour has got worse.

He blows up over the slightest thing I do that upsets him an he he said he's wrote down everytime I've gone out. He really treats me likes sex object a lot to and says derogatory things to me.
He's not the man I married I'm 27 now I feel trapped I just want to get out but I've got no where to go and he puts on such a nice act all the time I'm really confused of what he's doing is normal or not.

I know this is a ramble but had to tell someone what's going on thank you

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Inthefog · 08/09/2013 20:08

He is a regular cannabis user ruperkt

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Ruprekt · 09/09/2013 00:31

Why on earth are you with this man? He is a shocking role model to your children. You would be so much better off without him.

Please leave him.

Jux · 09/09/2013 09:48

He is that bad. In fact, he is worse than that bad.

You have been really steong, you got yourself and your children away to safety. You got him out of the house. Keep strong. Tell yourself everyday that you are great, because you are. What you have done is hard, and he will not make life easy for you, but keep going. Use all the agencies and organisations that are there to help you. When he attacks your house ormyou, call tye police. Just keep calling them, every single time.

Talk to Women's Aid. He is abusing you badly, and you need more rl support. Dn't listen to the people who minimise what he is doing, they are wrong.

Find a family law solicitor and get a free half hour for advice about what you can do to keep yourself and your children safe, and to help you find your way forward. Women's Aid can often give you a recommendation for a good lawyer.

Good luck to you. You are doing really well, but keep him out of the house.

Jux · 09/09/2013 09:50

Sorry, meant to say to get a non-molestation order. That will ensure he keeps away, but if he does turn up he will be arrested immediately.

If you call 101 and ask for their DV officer, you will get more advice, and your phone number and address will be flagged so the police will come more quickly if you do call them.

foolonthehill · 09/09/2013 12:03

Flowers Inthefog...I think you need a new name...?fogclearing or getridofthefog strike chords with me.

hope you have phoned the DV team and Women's Aid...they will believe you and they can help.

hellsbellsmelons · 09/09/2013 12:27

Wow - he is totally off of his head.
Make sure you report everything to the police about what he has done.
Shoes, bag stolen, house broken into. Everything, even if you have no proof make sure you get it on record.
STOP letting him into your house.
Do NOT let him have access to the children unless it is via a contact centre.
The man is really unstable and I would hate for anything to happen to your kids.
Have you been in contact with CAB to get all your benenfits etc...?
Phone the police EVERY time he comes near you.
I fear for you, I really do.

hellsbellsmelons · 09/09/2013 12:28

Oh - and well done for getting him out of the house.
And I am not surprised one tiny bit about the use of cannabis!
Well done and stay strong!

Inthefog · 09/09/2013 18:51

Thank you for all your words of advice. He came into my work today begging to come home saying he loves me etc
I'm glad it was in work because I feel I can get rid of him there at least I did tell him firmly I was at work and he had to go I told him I don't trust his behaviour and I'm scared he will hurt me he told me that he would never hit me or hurt me in that way.
I feel so confused and suffocated this past week it feels like he's creeping in again I told my mom and my friend about him but it feels like his behaviour is played down and I'm going mad am I ? I wish I could talk to someone outside the situation in RL who can I talk to women's aid do they give advice on the phone feel like no one is listening to me :(

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AnyFucker · 09/09/2013 19:00

We are listening to you

Have you tried Women's Aid ?

Love, you do not owe anyone a relationship. Please stand form. Yo are allowed to end it with him, and the police would agree if you keeps harassing you. If he keeps this up, report him.

AnyFucker · 09/09/2013 19:00

*firm

Inthefog · 09/09/2013 19:12

Thank you AF just feel like people normalise his behaviour I don't no if he does love me but I think it's more of an unhealthy obsession it's like he's obsessed with me or something :/

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AnyFucker · 09/09/2013 19:15

He wants to control you. When he has you back on the hamster wheel, he will revert.

AnyFucker · 09/09/2013 19:18

People who don't understand the fine line between loving someone passionately and wanting to possess them will come out with all sorts of ignorant platitudes. Like "he just loves you", he "doesn't know what he is doing", you should "give him a chance to prove himself" and the worst one of all, "you should be flattered"

They don't understand, and for that be thankful for them

It's not helpful to you though. You know the truth, they are not living it like you are

Inthefog · 09/09/2013 19:22

When I'm around him now I feel stifled badly and suffocated its taken him to be away to see how suffocating he was and I can't have that back again I like it on my own.
Just wish someone in RL would say things that I need to hear not 'I don't know' or 'do what you want to do' etc it doesn't help me.

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captainmummy · 09/09/2013 19:27

People minimise it OP because they don't want to hear your problms - they want to tell you their news. Hence the 'he doesnt mean it' and 'do what you want to do' - they are not interested. It doesn't concern them too much.

You know how much better you feel without him - and I agree he does sound obsessed and unstable, possibly mentally ill, and definitely violent. Please contact the police about every little thing - otherwise it will escalate.

AnyFucker · 09/09/2013 19:31

You have to see it from their POV, love

if they say "you must leave him" and you go back, your relationship with them might never be the same again

people (well, most people) don't like to interfere in what they see as "domestic" issues. I am more willing to stick my oar in, here and in RL, but quite often I don't get thanked for it (and have had abusive messages on here for my trouble...)

the impetus has to come from you to stay away from him, I am afraid. If you look to others to validate your decision, then you could be waiting a long time

you don't need his approval nor his agreement to end this, nor do you need any body else's except your own. Own your decision, and it will get easier with time

This man is poison. You know this.

Jux · 09/09/2013 19:55

You can do this. Stay strong. Holding your hand.

Inthefog · 09/09/2013 20:01

Thank you everyone good to come on here talk and let it all out x

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mammasita · 09/09/2013 20:03

I highly advise you to notify the police about it not that they will do something but you will have a proof for later on , if you can afford it have a lawyer do it for you. You should not endure that and I am telling you, your husband is weak no strong man threaten and goes loud. He is cornered and wants you to forget it by putting the blame on you and doubting you which leaves little space for you to think about what he is doing. !!
I think you should start standing up for yourself and try to be independent from him and leave him !!!
And if he thinks you are too calm it is because he is scared of you leaving him ! Just do it !!

Mabelface · 09/09/2013 20:15

You really do need a nonmolestation order so you can feel safe. Talking to the police and women's aid will be a massive help to you - the police can put a priority marker on your house, women's aid can advise you on the practical stuff. Go and get that help, you've come this far, now it's time to take the next step. x

foolonthehill · 09/09/2013 20:36

yup, they said it all...stay away, stay strong and if you have to wobble then wobble here....AF will stabilise you!!! and others will hold your hand and help you to see his abuse for what it is.

You owe him nothing, you can't fix him, you can;t change him...you are responsible for your life, choices and path. Choose to stay safe

Retroformica · 09/09/2013 20:44

Have the people you are trying to get support from (mum etc) been in abusive relationships themselves? They may have normalised his behaviour. Or maybe they have just been taken in by his smooth talking?

It isn't normal. A normal loving relationship is noghing as you describe. Well done for taking the first steps.

MissMuesli · 09/09/2013 20:46

Please don't go back OP, I feel scared for you just reading all this! Keep yourself a diary of every little thing, police report what you can and take pictures etc. I would temporarily stop contact with the children. He sounds dangerous OP and I don't think I would trust him aroun you or the children. Take care and stay safe, and don't let your friends/family minimise the abuse the are suffering/ have suffered. Your abuse is real, it is valid and it is wrong, no-one should have to live like that even if he is "sometimes a good guy" this is not normal FOG, take care x

thecook · 10/09/2013 00:54

Please please leave love. There has been so many wise words on this thread.

Inthefog · 10/09/2013 06:52

Thank you girls feel a little better today yesterday was a bad day for me.
I am going to talk to the police he has been arrested twice now. Than you

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