No one deserves to be in a relationship where they are being abused frequently. It will chip away at your confidence and you will start struggling with feelings of worthlessness.
When you’re in an abusive relationship, it’s important to take the right action to protect your health and your life. Here is what you need to do.
Recognize the symptoms
It’s possible that a woman in an abusive relationship does not even know it. Some scenarios (like being a constant punching bag) are as clear as day. Whereby, in other cases, such as emotional abuse, things may not be so obvious. Be sure to watch out for symptoms such as;
- being afraid of your partner;
- feeling belittled by him;
- verbal insults.
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Knowing you’re being abused is the first step to doing something about it.
Tell someone
Many women who find themselves in abusive relationships often prefer to keep things secret. They convince themselves that it’s no big deal. But saying the words out loud will give you the reality check you need. Before the person you’re talking to even weighs in, you can hear the words coming out of your mouth and realize just how much you’ve been suffering. So it’s important to talk to someone if you suspect abuse.
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Leave
When you’re in an abusive relationship, leaving is easier said than done. But remember that the most rewarding things in life are hard. Never be afraid to leave a situation that is slowly killing you. Worrying about what people will say is better than losing your life or mental health in an abusive relationship. If you’re being abused, the important thing to do is to create as much distance between you and your partner as possible. An abuser is extremely unlikely to change. In fact, they often get worse the more they realize that they can get away with it. So, run.
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Source: Lifestyle.NG