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[Hawthorn]

Hi there,
I’m new, been reading the forum for a while now but struggled to get the confidence to post. I’m out of my abusive relationship for a number of months but my leaving was a whirlwind that even took me by surprise(even though I instigated it) and i legged it with nothing but the clothes on my back and my toothbrush…gotta have minty fresh breath when you’re on the run!
Beginning to process things now but no one understands who hasn’t been through it so I’m hoping this forums going to be helpful with that.
Anyway sorry for rambling,
Cheers,
Hawthorn

[Lottieblue]

Well, you’ve come to the right place, Hawthorn, and I have to say I agree with you. People don’t understand unless they’ve been through it. I am recently out and still trying to pluck up the courage to make contact with friends because I fear they won’t understand which will alienate me more.

You will get loads of understanding on here, so welcome, and good luck! X

[Cecile]

Well done, very brave of you to post, and I hope that we can all help you.💕

[KIP.]

Welcome 💕

Took me ages to post, I was so paranoid in everything I did in the beginning but reading the other posts is also really helpful. I thought I was the only person ever to have been abused. How strange is that, it was such a dark secret I thought I must be the only one. So we are all in a club we would much rather not be in but hey, now we are here we might as well help each and make the most of it. Turn an negative into a positive. Sharing your experience let’s others know they’re not alone either. Well done you x

[Lisa]

Hi Hawthorn,

Welcome to the forum and thank you for sharing with us. Well done for leaving your abuser and for reaching out for support. I’m pleased you found us so I hope you find the support you are looking for here.

It is great to see you have already had many replies from other Survivors but if you feel like you are in need of some additional support, you could chat to a Women’s Aid worker in confidence via our Live Chat service (weekdays 10am – 4pm and 10am – 12pm weekends). They won’t tell you what to do, but can discuss your situation and signpost you to other support that’s relevant for you. You can access the chat service here: https://chat.womensaid.org.uk/

Once again, welcome! Keep posting when you can.

Best wishes,

Lisa
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