I split from emotionally abusive ex almost 3 months ago. I initially felt like I was doing well, sorted a nice place to live and a new puppy and Christmas was approaching so was quite distracted and busy. Still keeping myself busy but feeling the lowest I have ever felt in my life. Genuinely feel worse than when I had someone who was criticising me daily and having to manage his behaviour. After some googling I guess it is the end of a trauma bond but I just feel awful. I keep having intrusive thoughts like I could just swerve my car off the motorway etc. Just need some advice or moral support that this is normal after leaving something like this.
I have counselling booked to start up next week thankfully but just looking for some advice from others who have been through it.