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He left, Finally.

212 replies

Muddlethroughmam · 02/01/2026 06:21

That's it really, He left.

After a few years of constantly threatening to leave me, Me playing into it begging him to stay. Apologizing for anything and everything to convince him to stay. Putting up with so much of what I now know is emotional abuse (I was put in touch with Women's Aid) I constantly questioned if I was a horrible person that deserved everything. I said to him the next time you verbally abuse me will be the last time, And it was. The problem here is that in turn I became verbally abusive, I said horrible unforgivable things, Because I didn't want him to forgive me, I wanted him to leave.

We would have a disagreement, I would get the silent treatment for up to a few weeks - He would then finally talk to me and make me guess what I had done wrong, And I would, I would wrack my brain and try and think of things that might have upset him and he would agree with every one and then say nope keep guessing, It used to go on for hours.

He would take my mode of transportation away from me at the drop of a hat (Rural)

Refuse to contribute financially because I didn't deserve it.

Shine lights in my face to prevent me from sleeping.

Shout at me and intimidate me but then say it's not like I'm hitting you

He would sent me pages and pages of messages listing my faults and how I was responsible for the relationship failing.

He would tell me constantly that I needed to go to the doctors because I was mentally unwell and needed help because it was impacting our relationship.

He became sexually abusive recently (Not R. But very unwanted touching etc and then anger when I asked him not to) and I think that was the final straw for me, I'm not sure why this pushed me over the edge but I think I can pinpoint it to that.

I haven't stopped shaking since yesterday afternoon, Feel sick and worried, He took our car which leaves me a bit screwed. But apart from that which I think I have sorted I definitely feel lighter and relieved.

I don't know what the point in this post is really, But it's over and he's gone. I don't know how to move on, I don't know how to forgive myself for the things I have said. Awful horrible vitoral. I became him in that moment yesterday and I scared myself. I can't ever go back.

The house is mine and he doesn't have and can't copy keys, All of the bills etc are in my name so we are now completely separate.

OP posts:
Lennonjingles · 25/03/2026 05:51

Great update and thanks for doing one, so others can see there is life beyond nasty husbands.

Tigercrane · 25/03/2026 07:05

Well done you! You've been brave, enjoy every moment of your new life.Nobody needs to be treated the way your were, good for you.
Don't let bullies take your sunshine folks.

Empress13 · 25/03/2026 07:42

Wishing you and your son well in the future

DoubtfulCat · 25/03/2026 13:53

That is a lovely update to read, congratulations brave lady xx

ERthree · 25/03/2026 14:36

So glad to hear both you and your Son are doing well. I hope life continues to make you dance 🌼

MarxistMags · 25/03/2026 16:05

More wonderful, happy days ahead for you and your son. Congratulations 👏

childrenaremyworld · 25/03/2026 16:32

I’m sorry you went through this, I went through similar over many years. Towards the end I lashed out verbally and I’m ashamed to say physically. I thought I was an awful person. I’ve since learnt this is reactive abuse. You have nothing to forgive yourself, you didn’t do anything wrong. Well done for making a stand and leaving him. Try to look forward, your future can be bright again xx

Daftapath · 25/03/2026 17:08

Lovely to read your update. What a strong woman you are 💪🏻

Gremlins101 · 29/03/2026 08:19

Im so glad to hear you are doing well. Enjoy the new life you have xxx

MedievalNun · 29/03/2026 11:23

Oh thank you for coming back to let us know, I have wondered how you are a few times.

Good luck and here’s to many more happy memories.

Dery · 29/03/2026 11:25

@Muddlethroughmam - huge thanks for your update! That’s fantastic news. Onwards and upwards.

Dietday · 29/03/2026 13:32

So delighted to read this.
Well done you.
Well done for reporting him.
Scum like him get such a shock when all their awful behaviour is put together and they are held to account.
It will be there for his next victim via Clare's Law.
You can also tell people openly that the police have arrested him.
That gives everyone huge pause for thought.
You are amazing.
Of course their will be sad days, but you are free.👏👏👏

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