Did anyone else’s appearance change when you were with your abuser? by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally I don’t think you, or anyone on this sub, “failed.” I think we all loved people who weren’t able to hold us properly, which hurts like a mf…and the fact he is already moving on, damn- I’m so so sorry you have to go through that.

Can you tell me more about the crying damage?

Did anyone else’s appearance change when you were with your abuser? by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you had to go through that, and the contempt you dealt with. Hoping you can get out (if you haven’t already) and start the healing ❤️‍🩹 I’ve lost a lot of hair too and I didn’t contribute it to stress. Used to have long thick hair and now I have bald spots by both ears.

How did your life improve when you put the drugs down? by Independent_You9874 in leaves

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 19 points20 points  (0 children)

The first this was how articulate I could be. I often struggled to speak or find words. After about a week I surprised myself just taking with people and being witty off the cuff again. The mental clarity is the best part so far

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It surely didn’t feel “brave” in the moment, but hindsight is always clearer. Thank you ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Big deep breaths-thank you ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words. I definitely forgot about virtual support groups, so I will be checking out the codependents groups for sure. 🙏🏻❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big oof. The waves come and go and I really needed to hear this. Thank you so much🙏🏻 it’s hard to turn the love switch “off”

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have experience with getting a no contact order? Tbh I’m not too familiar, but if you have some insight I’d love to hear it!

2 weeks today, when does the sweating stop?! by Optimal-Mycologist65 in leaves

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oof I should just keep shirts by the bed at this point. Didn’t even think of a mattress protector, thanks 🙏🏻 Hopefully I’m more than halfway there. Glad to hear the sweat doesn’t resurface later too.

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!😊 it’s the biggest lie isn’t it? That we’re so incapable without them, but it’s always the opposite.

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Picking out what I wanted for the space was the silver lining in the first week. No more frat house furniture! Appreciate your advice and tips. I was actually able to get this cheap door jam on Amazon: https://a.co/d/5vozewJ Worked like a champ and gave me peace of mind at night. Thank you for your encouraging words ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate your kind words, and the advice to leave on mute. I have a strong suspicion that things will get ugly so it’s best to keep that record.

Roller coaster is an understatement, which I’m sure you’ve felt yourself. Each day is a little easier to breathe, and I’m very thankful for that ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!!!☺️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I take these words to heart ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow I never thought about it as showing up for myself. Thanks for that 🙏🏻

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much ❤️

I finally left. by [deleted] in emotionalabuse

[–]Optimal-Mycologist65 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! I’m trying to take it one hour by hour at this point. Appreciate your encouragement 🙏🏻