Made it through 4 weeks since breakup

[andilyn1]

Well here it is, 4 weeks since my ex boyfriend hit me and I moved out and left him. And time is truly a great healer. Trust me, I still struggle. Daily. But my eating has improved, sleeping is starting to come a little easier. I don't think about him 100% of the time. And most importantly, I finally can say I no longer love him. I've started therapy with a therapist who specializes in domestic violence survivors. After one session, I can see the benefits this will have on me. And I've noticed myself slowly starting to do things that used to bring me joy. And I'm doing them because I want to now, not because I'm desperately trying to avoid thinking of my ex. And I even went out with a guy. Just a nice night out with no expectations. And the goodnight kiss definitely didn't hurt anything I guess the point I'm trying to make here is no matter what, you can and will get over your breakup. Just 4 short weeks ago I came on here trying to get any advice possible. The love of my life abused me, I lost my home. I truly felt like my world was completely broken. I wanted to die. I wasn't suicidal, but I wanted to die so I didn't have to deal with the immense pain. I cried so many times each day for weeks. I didn't eat, or sleep. I was depressed. I didn't know how I would survive. But I just dealt with each day as it came. I stood firm in my resolve to get a ppo on him. To press charges against him for domestic violence. I didn't back down. And I'm so glad I didn't. So please, no matter how badly you hurt, you will in time get through this. I promise you this. It won't happen overnight. I'm 4 weeks out, and I still struggle. But I have made definite improvements. Hang in there, and let time help you. Time will be your best friend through this.

[Ethliz]

Yay! Thank you for sharing your story, I wasn't physically abused but emotionally. If you can do this I have hope I can too :}

[Exitleft]

So happy for you. How courageous you are to have left that sort of situation. I hope and wish the best for you.

[JDPT]

Your story is very comforting and thank you for sharing. You have absolutely made all the right decisions during your breakup process and yes there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

[lessica]

This is excellent. So many people really struggle to muster the courage to follow through when blinded by love. I am sure this post will be helpful for someone who is struggling. Thank you!