How to walk away from an abusive relationship?have you ever been in one and walked away?

Answer 1

Susan Forward wrote a book, "Men Who Hate Women and the Women Who Love Them." It has some good suggestions about walking away and why women don't do it.

Answer 2

There are many options here. First, there is some homework to be done and it's the most difficult part. You need to find a place to physically go where you can be safe. Whether it is a city shelter for battered women, a parents house, or a friends house you need to make arrangements to leave you current situation. Physical distance is not a requirement, but if you fear that your abusive partner will go to great lengths to track you down or continue abusing you, then finding a professional safe house or rehab facility is your best bet to ensure the safety. Also this is good if you are bringing along children. Second, you will need to seek of a mental health doctor who specializes in abuse. Most safe houses have connections and doctors and such. You will need some sort of mental health assistance. And objective source to help you deal with the trauma. Third, find a plan to act. It is not simple just to leave, but just leave. You may have to hire an attorney to help with legal and accounting matters. In most cases, settlement will include the lawyer and court fees. Plan to leave, and then leave.

Answer 3

I have never been in a physically abusive relationship, but my sister has. If you consider verbal abuse to be the same, then I qualify too. If you really have feelings for your significant other, then encourage counseling immediately and find a way to make the abuse STOP. If that is not an option, you need to split. It's no way for you to live, and no matter what you think, you will always always have options. Take off and find a better life. If they really love you, they will find a way to make you happy.

Answer 4

Yes I have been. One thing that helps is to remember, you can love someone without staying with them. Put yourself, your health and well being in front of the other's needs. If need be, get a restraining order. If you live with the person and are afraid of leaving, let friends and family members know and leave while he isn't there. Every woman who has been in an abusive relationship hits a breaking point and that is normally when they get the courage to leave. Keep in mind, it's not about love, it's about your safety and take care of yourself. Brightest Blessings to you.

Answer 5

I have been in an abusive relationship or 2. You just have to realize that it is not your fault, stand up for yourself, walk away and never look back. Breaking up with someone always sucks, but I got a real sense of pride and joy when I left my boyfriend. Not too long after that, I met my husband and he has been a complete angel to me!

Answer 6

Yup. Leave completely. Don't accept contact at all. You'll get dragged back in with promises. Don't feel bad about it. They won't change and life WILL go on and you will find someone who appreciates you and that you can appreciate. Your life can begin again. If you are experiencing serious physical abuse, you need to go to the authorities. If it is emotional, there are a lot of help groups in most areas, try googling your area + "abuse help".

Answer 7

Yes. I loved the guy but he became emotionally and then physically abusive. I swore that I would end it and I did. It was hard at first b/c I misses our "good" times but then it all was fine and looking back I wish I had never met him.

Answer 8

just put one foot in front of the other and leave. do not contact and play back into the sickness. Tell yourself that you deserve better treatment and that you are worthy of a fulfilling love and respect. Just cut off all contact with the person Good luck!!