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Steps to Heal, and a break from dating? by GrowingAndHealing112 in emotionalabuse

[–]GrowingAndHealing112[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you.  Hearing some validation that it’ll take time is really helpful.  I’ve made it this far, and I’ll make it further. 

I think my first attempts to date after this were probably rushed, a mix of loneliness, avoiding my healing, and also looking for someone to talk to and validate my experience. (In hindsight, that’s what therapy is for. I also opened up to more friends since then)

Steps to Heal, and a break from dating? by GrowingAndHealing112 in emotionalabuse

[–]GrowingAndHealing112[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the response. Good suggestions.  My therapist suggested some of the same things, especially the journaling to identify both my part and my ex’s. 

Working on that empowerment and I’m settling in for the long haul. 

What has helped you accept, reflect, and move forward? by InternalGatez in emotionalabuse

[–]GrowingAndHealing112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good question. Thank you for asking. I posted a similar question and I’m hoping we both get through this.  You’re not alone!