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      Step1
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      Hi, I am new here and I am new to next step I am going to do. I have been emotionally and mentally abused for a few years now and I am at the point that I do no recognise myself anymore. I have 2 kids and I would like to start a new life. I have neen offer a refuge but I am worried on what is going to happen next. My main concern are my kids because they will change school again, the have to start to build friendship again and I am worried for my son. I am  worried for myself becuase I am not strong enoigh at the moment to leave this house and go somewhere that i dont know anyone, I dont know how it looks like, I dont know what I am going to do. I am worried to tell my family what is happening in my life. I do not have friends, at school the mums seems really distant and all my family live abroad. I have not been talking with anyone about my situation. My self esteem is gone, I am scared to talk to people, to relate to people. I am looking for a house but I do not have money to pay deposit and rent upfront. Sometimes I feel strong and so I am here writing asking for help..probably later I will be ashamed of what I have done. I only need advice from someone that has been trhough this like me. I need to understand more on what is going to happen once I leave this house. I am planning to go back home for (detail removed by Moderator) with my kids ( first holiday after (detail removed by Moderator) months), we are relly looking forward to it, would this be possible if I go into a refuge?

    • #171848
      Stargazing1
      Participant

      My heart goes out to you.  I empathise with you so much . It is such a difficult decision to make . You will already know you and your children are the most important right now . I wish you all the luck in the world.  Sending gentle hugs.  I wish nothing but the best for you and I hope it’s a good outcome.

    • #171849
      Stargazing1
      Participant

      I too am having a dilemma about what to do . Stomach churning regularly.

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