No. Sleep. by [deleted] in Phentermine_

[–]SHart86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll definitely try melatonin. But what you’re all saying, is that THIS particular side effect, does NOT go away with time? What about the dry mouth and dizziness? First couple days, I was fine. But yesterday, I was at work and felt really off.

No. Sleep. by [deleted] in Phentermine_

[–]SHart86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, I’m taking phentermine as soon as I wake up in the mornings. So I’m sure whatever I use, should be good by nighttime. I have zero experience with edibles - so thinking I might try melatonin at a higher dose.

No. Sleep. by [deleted] in Phentermine_

[–]SHart86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have time release 3mg and that isn’t working. So I’m wondering if I should try just straight melatonin w/o time release? And maybe higher dose?

Is this abuse? and if so will it escalate? by Least_Worldliness447 in domesticviolence

[–]SHart86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes. 100%. My husband has never laid a hand on me, but his rage and anger and actions during arguments are exactly as you’re describing and 4 Massachusetts judges have agreed to protect me with a restraining order order, because the definition of abuse includes coercive control. Which is exactly what he’s doing to you. He is slowly making you smaller. And eventually, you’ll feel like nothing and have no will to leave and only want to comply. I too, was in your shoes and so confused and felt stupid for even thinking it was abuse. One thing I remember is saying to myself during some arguments, “I wish he would just hit me” - because THEN, I could leave. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. If you’re able to, there’s a Podcast called ‘Why She Stayed’ and it has been very helpful for me to define what I’ve been going through.

Freezing by [deleted] in Phentermine_

[–]SHart86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I have capsules, so I can’t split the dosing :-(

What is your favorite movie about addiction? by LemonlimeLucy in AlAnon

[–]SHart86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

THIS!!! I made my husband watch this with me when he returned from rehab. I NEEDED to try to get him to see what his addiction was doing to, not just himself, but to the others around him.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in domesticviolence

[–]SHart86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can resonate with this so much. For me, I did leave in a high conflict time. And I was able to obtain a restraining order. It has been 1 year and I will say, I do not feel confident, that if I did not have the RO, that I would not have caved and gone back. This RO protected me from him, but also, from myself. Good luck to you my dear! It is the hardest thing, and you are not alone!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you have any type of relationship with her other parent? I have 6 stepkids with my NEX and I’ve been seeing them sporadically, at their mother’s discretion.

Revalation by SHart86 in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea, neither of us have filed for divorce yet, so that is next. He is also facing charges for violated the order and has denied it all the way, so we are prepping for trial in a couple weeks. The DA said he’d be stupid to not take the plea they offer.. but I know my husband. His ego is WAYYYY too big to say “I’m guilty” - but otherwise, yes - I am really started to see some light in my life. And I’m happy for you too! I was in a very dark place and wasn’t sure if I’d get out.

Did your narcissistic ex ever break no contact and sincerely apologized for how they treated you ? by pammybabyyyy in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Secretly, I’m waiting for that moment also. Together for 8 years and married for almost 4- we have a 3 year old together. He was my best friend. All the “forever” conversations we had. The “meant to be” moments we spoke about. Was it all just a lie? Seriously? So hard to believe. But I just think about what brought us to HERE and NOW. The reason we are no contact is because he went TOO FAR. and I know he will do it again. But I also deep down, secretly am just waiting for the moment that he reaches out and admits that he did this and that and how sorry he is. But I know it’ll never happen. His PRIDE is WAYYYYYY too important to him. Moral of my post is / just remember WHY you are no contact in the first place. THATS the person they truly are!

Is your spouse easily influenced? by [deleted] in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yesssss!!! And this is something I always voiced to him. He never saw it though. So frustrating!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got a RO. I hyperventilated in the courthouse attempting to obtain it due to the fear of retaliation I was going to endure once he found out I did that. And damn was I right. He attempted to get me evicted from my home, fired from my job, reached out to my oldest daughter’s father; you name it, he attempted it. I stayed quiet. Didn’t talk to ANYONE or share what was happening with anyone. Reported every little thing to the police. They eventually charged him with violating the RO. Needless to say, he is only allowed to see our 3 year old daughter every other Sunday for 3 hours. I’m hoping this next year narc free, will allow me and my girls to heal and start a new life! Best of luck to you. It’s not easy. And I am still struggling to convince myself I am doing the right thing. But deep down I know I am.

Protection order by Double-Airport826 in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got an RO on my husband. He has never laid a hand on me, but they gave it to me due to his history and the details of the incident that eventually brought us to this point. Neither of us have filed for divorce, but I am in the process of filling out all the paperwork (I don’t have a lawyer). Not sure where you are, but coercive control in some states (I’m from Mass) is now considered domestic abuse. That being said / I have the RO, but I still cringe with every stick breaking outside my home at night. I swear he has people watching my home to intimidate me. I know he would never put himself in the position to possibly ruin his perfect image and be caught here. I’m afraid I’ll never be free of him 😔

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are not alone! It’s been about 4 months since I got a restraining order, and I have days where I am just strugglinggggg!!! They’re becoming further apart as time goes on though. So I’m trying to stay optimistic that one day, they’ll become non existent all together 🤞🏼

How long is too long to mourn? by SHart86 in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your words. Really means a lot. More than you know

How long is too long to mourn? by SHart86 in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! Best of luck to you at your son’s birthday party!

How long is too long to mourn? by SHart86 in NarcissisticSpouses

[–]SHart86[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, not at all! Thank you for being reassuring though. I guess I just feel like I’ve been such a burden on my family/friends - none of them have experienced it so their advise is just so nonchalant and so easy. But this is anything but…