Hello gladtobefree,
Welcome to the Forum and thank you for sharing with us. I hope you find the support you are looking for here with others who understand. I am sorry to hear about the abuse you have been through. Well done for leaving, it must have taken such courage.
Do you have support in place for you and your children? Your local domestic abuse group can offer ongoing emotional and practical support including for your children. You can can find your local group here. If you would like to talk things through and discuss any options available to you then the 24hr National Domestic Violence Helpline is also available on 0808 2000 247. It is a busy service but a voicemail is available to request a call back at a safe and convenient time.
Please do continue to reach out for support. Posting on here can really help to offload your thoughts.
Best wishes,
Lisa
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