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One rule for one

38 replies

LaGattaNera · 17/04/2016 19:14

He can bump into friends in the street or at Costa and after introducing me, talk to them for ages without including me and he can make calls on his mobile or send emails or look at football apps whilst we are out for coffee, whereas I am in the wrong if I bump into someone and try and include him. I once said how nice my coffee was and he closed my lips with his fingers and told me to shut up and enjoy it then.

He can keep me waiting for days to let me know his plans at the weekend and on a workday it is often 4pm or later before I find out if he is free or rather if he wants to meet yet he likes to know my plans days ahead and gets cross if I don't know or am waiting to hear from work or a friend.

It's ok for him to tell me he is too tired or not in the mood for sex whereas if I say that, I am coaxed, cajoled, worn down till I agree by which time it is usually unenjoyable for me but obviously he gets a nice ending.

He is allowed to shout at me as apparently it will be down to something I have done like try to speak to him at the wrong time. If I raise my voice through frustration at not having my opinion even listened to I am criticised. Apparently it was ok to shout at me the day my dad died and also the day my dog was put to sleep as I annoyed him.

There are many other examples but I won't bore you.

Apparently he never had this "trouble" with his exes.

He can be a cold horrible person sometimes but an absolute charmer at other times. If anyone were to meet him they would find him lovely in public. I find he speaks nicer to people working in shops and restaurants at times compared to how he speaks to me - at times it is so impatient or hostile.

Does anyone else experience this? Is this EA? I am really starting to lose my self-confidence and end up getting stressed and dithery which seems to irritate him further. I have cried every day now for about a fortnight. I am concerned that this is now the "normal treatment" from him for me. Hope this makes sense.

Thank you

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Sunshowercap · 17/04/2016 19:19

He's rude at the very least, but actually sounds controlling and abusive.

CantAffordtoLive · 17/04/2016 19:23

Oh ffs he's a total knob. Don't waste any more if your precious life on him. It worries me that you have to come on here and ask for advice.

picklepie1 · 17/04/2016 19:24

Sending hugs.
He's abusive. End of. This is not a normal relationship at all and you shouldn't be treated like this.
You deserve someone who treats you with the respect and dignity you deserve. I hope for your own sake you can come to terms and find someone who will give you these things.
He'll try and charm you but you've got to remind yourself of what he's really like Thanks

SoleBizzz · 17/04/2016 19:30

Honestly life is too short to water upon a miserable, disrespectful, cold hearted piece of shyte. The longer you stay the more years you waste. What a shame.

AnyFucker · 17/04/2016 19:31

Why are you with him ?

He sounds horrible

Costacoffeeplease · 17/04/2016 19:34

Why are you still with him, he sounds absolutely vile

averylongtimeago · 17/04/2016 19:34

And you are with him, why? What do you get out of this relationship? He has,shown you what he is like, rude and abusive with no concern for your feelings.
You deserve better, dump him, there are kind, considerate, fun men out there, no one who makes you cry every day is worth staying with.

FinallyHere · 17/04/2016 19:35

Run. Seriously, just run away.

LaGattaNera · 17/04/2016 19:36

Thanks for your advice. I think I have lost my self-confidence and been "grateful". I know that will piss alot of you off - sorry just being honest. I used to be strong and independent and I never thought I would end up in this situation. I lost both my parents and was quite low and think I was grateful for his attention as he was charming at the beginning.

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tribpot · 17/04/2016 19:39

Sounds like you don't live with him? Thank fuck for that. End this and thank your lucky stars you got away before it got worse.

AnyFucker · 17/04/2016 19:39

Other men will give you attention

You don't have to be grateful for the crumbs from an abuser

MoreGilmoreGirls · 17/04/2016 19:39

Sweetheart you sound like you need sone help. Losing both your parents is very traumatic and has obviously affected you can you talk to your gp? Get dome counselling? Take done time to sort yourself up and please please get rid of the abusive horrible man. You deserve much much more. Flowers

MoreGilmoreGirls · 17/04/2016 19:40

Sorry for typos Angry

LaGattaNera · 17/04/2016 19:41

Thanks again. He is away at the moment so I will sort it out on his return.

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DraenorQueen · 17/04/2016 19:41

Please don't let him piss all over you like this. He closed your lips and told you to shut up?! UGH! Please, please look after yourself and lose this feeling of "gratitude." Flowers

Optimist1 · 17/04/2016 19:41

He's not worth your tears. Regain some of your strength and independence by kicking him into touch. Before you know it you'll be self-confident again.

SeaCreature · 17/04/2016 19:49

What you've posted sounds scarily like how my ex-husband treated me. Note how he is an 'ex'. My ex lost his temper when I didn't speak to him the right way and eventually he turned violent.

Don't make the same mistake I did and waste years with this twat.

MrsEvadneCake · 17/04/2016 20:13

He's had trouble with his exs because he's a knob who treats people badly.

Be as lovely to yourself as you would a good friend. Leave him. You deserve more.

LaGattaNera · 17/04/2016 20:31

Thank you for all your replies it really does help. I am going to start looking after myself by having a nice long bath and a glass of wine. Yes we don't live together so won't be messy.

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maras2 · 17/04/2016 20:39

Holy God! Life's too short for that shit.Get rid of this vile,poor excuse for a man and make sure that you tell friends and relatives just why.I'm still Shock at the thought of him actually closing your lips. Wanker !

Leigh1980 · 17/04/2016 20:42

One word describes him - Narcissistic

RandomMess · 17/04/2016 20:44

Geez I'm glad you are listening. Absolutely run for the hills!!!!!

veryproudvolleyballmum · 17/04/2016 20:47

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Ciggaretteandsmirnoff · 17/04/2016 20:49

Wow what an arrogant arse. You will be misrable with him

Ditch

Gabilan · 17/04/2016 21:56

He's a wanker. Silencing you by closing your lips? Fuck that shit.

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