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RelationshipAbusive Marriage
#RI-6a7aaaf0·11 days ago·
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Lookback: 5 years until youngest is an adult

Can't keep living with him

Living with an abusive partner for decades, feeling trapped and alone

What I wish I knew
"Recognize the abuse sooner"
If I could tell you one thing
"Get out while you still can, don't make excuses"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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