Finally split from abusive ex a couple of months ago. So far its been a rollercoaster of emotions and the effects (physical and emotional) have hit me really hard. He seems to be doing very well and is already in another relationship (which itself doesn't bother me but he's already involved the DC which makes me cross).
I've realised that at the moment I'm angry (at him especially) all the time. To the point that I struggle to sleep, eat and get very emotional at the drop of a hat. It's even harder when the DC are with him. Getting out of the house with friends is difficult (they're all happily married with small kids) so I either go out alone or end up climbing the walls at home. I've tried doing a bit of exercise (running or swimming) and it doesn't help. It doesn't distract me enough from my thoughts.
How do you manage this 'stage' constructively? And how long does it last?