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      Hi@today
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      I’ve left my husband 3 times. I’ve moved into local authority housing 3 times and yet I’ve gone back and I’m now back in the same abusive relationship and desperate to leave again. I feel embarrassed, stupid and like I’ve let my children down again. The local authority will not consider me for housing again and I can’t afford private rent. I could divorce him whilst living with him but he would make it unbearable. I feel like the worst mum in the world knowing that I’ve left 3 times and each time I’ve been sucked back in. I’m very low at the moment and I can’t seem to think straight about my options.

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      Chasingrainbows
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      Hi@today,

      I hear you, I have felt that shame and I am pretty sure lots of other women on here have too. It’s so common to get sucked back in and can take us years to leave so you are not on your own with that feeling.

      is there someone you can tell about these feelings who can help you? Sometimes you need to feel like there’s someone on your side even if it’s just someone who knows what they’re like and that you are struggling with your options.
      keep posting and looking after yourself and maybe in a few days you will feel in a better position to think straight. Take care xx

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