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Day 9 no contact - Struggling!

66 replies

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 10:49

Hi everyone,
So I’ve made it to day 9 no contact, I’m quite proud as the longest we’ve ever had no contact for is literally 2 and half days.
But this morning was a struggle I burst into tears for about a hour. I was very emotional. I thought it would get easier as the no contact went on but it actually seems to be getting harder.
One good thing is though as upset as I was I didn’t cave. Now to keep myself busy for the rest of the day.. or try.
Looking for a hand hold x

OP posts:
BeepBeepBop1 · 22/05/2019 13:38

You've done so well so far @Unlucky2015 ... it gets easier as time goes by but you're doing the right thing keeping busy ... if you've got to cry then cry ... keep your head up and shortly you'll notice the number of times you think of them will slowly start to fade xx

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 14:05

Hi,
Thank you I hope so! I guess it’s still really new. Least I haven't caved even if there has been tears xx

OP posts:
picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 14:07

Keep it up! There were good reasons for your decision, don't let feeling a bit wobbly knock you off course.

picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 14:07

Keep it up! There were good reasons for your decision, don't let feeling a bit wobbly knock you off course.

picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 14:07

Keep it up! There were good reasons for your decision, don't let feeling a bit wobbly knock you off course.

picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 14:08

You need me to tell you that three times, apparently! Grin

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 16:36

Thank you, I really am struggling today. It’s awful? Be glad when today’s done with.

OP posts:
picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 16:37

It's good to count the days, and one day you won't need to because it will feel normal.

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 16:50

Some days are really hard and emotional like now I’m close to caving but I’ve come so far x

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QueenOfTheCroneAge · 22/05/2019 17:27

Just keep posting here! so many of us have had to do this. It does get easier.

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 17:52

Well I’m nearly at the end of day 9 now.. it’s been a emotional one today but I’ve managed to stick to my guns x

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picklemepopcorn · 22/05/2019 17:55

Tomorrow is day ten, that's a great sound8ng number! Smile

OurChristmasMiracle · 22/05/2019 17:57

Cry if you need to but don’t message otherwise you will be back at day 1! Look how far you’ve come.

Keep distracted. Open learn have loads of free courses if you needed something to do Smile

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 18:06

Thank you everyone.
That’s how I keep thinking if I do text I’d be back at square one and at risk of been even more hurt and I wouldn’t even know what to say anyway.
The day is almost over so I’m almost at the end then to day 10.
It’s a emotional rollercoaster ! X

OP posts:
amiv1 · 22/05/2019 18:12

I feel this feed I’m currently deciding wether a no contact end to My relationship would be a healthier Decision for me... your being really strong I wish I was as strong as you ❤️

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 18:22

I had to do it as it wasn’t getting me anywhere begging and trying my best to hold onto the contact. Also he’d tell me one thing like almost give me strings of hope then told my friend completely different. So I had to do it for myself x

OP posts:
Curlysue2019 · 22/05/2019 18:52

You are doing so well OP. Each day no contact is a victory for you

Unlucky2015 · 22/05/2019 19:02

I feel weak at the moment unfortunately temptation is there last two days especially but I haven’t gave into it.. 3 more hours and I’ll be asleep and that’s another day complete x

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Unlucky2015 · 23/05/2019 08:26

Day 10.
Feel really anxious and my emotions are all over the place.
I nearly caved last night.. like I was so close to texting but I didn’t. Who ever said it was going to be easy eh?!

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Sicario · 23/05/2019 08:30

You are NC for good reason. Delete all the contact details, block numbers and social media. It's not easy and it takes quite a long time to "re-programme" yourself.

Have you got sunshine where you are today? Looks like it's going to be a nice day.

Windygate · 23/05/2019 08:35

Your mourning the end of your relationship which can be a very distressing process. If your ex wanted contact they would have rung or texted you but they haven't so stay strong. Delete all contact details and keep yourself busy 💐

picklemepopcorn · 23/05/2019 08:39

Hooray, day ten!
What are you up to today, 2015?
I've an action packed morning, followed by a boring paperwork afternoon.

Nothavingfunrightnow · 23/05/2019 08:55

I second the suggestion to delete all ways you could contact him. No point blocking WhatsApp because his number will be on your phone still. Delete. Delete. Delete.

Unlucky2015 · 23/05/2019 09:05

Hi everyone,
Thank you for all the support it helps more than you think. The sun is out here and I’m going to pack as go away tomorrow until Monday. I have deleted his number but the stupid iPhone brings it up in suggestions?! I don’t know why. I’m underhanded too where I could get it off my phone bill. But I’m not going to so not to worry. X x I feel more anger than anything..

OP posts:
Sicario · 23/05/2019 09:11

You should be able to reject/delete suggestions (is there a little x by the suggestion? click it and it will delete).

Hope you're going somewhere nice for the weekend. Are you driving or taking the train (with a good book in your bag? Doesn't it feel great to have your life back and to be able to do whatever you want?

I keep thinking that I want one of the new-season floral dresses but I just know that it will make me look like a large piece of granny furniture.

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