I’m a survivor of a narcissistic ex-husband where I was a victim of verbal, mental, emotional, and sexual abuse. I want to inspire others and tell my story so that people can get out of toxic, co-dependent cycles.
I met my ex-husband through the military. We had an instant connection and he proposed to me after six months; we got married quickly. I noticed a change in his behavior after we were married; he would be up and down with his emotions and started to belittle me with his words and complaints. I thought this was normal behavior until I realized I was being gaslighted and manipulated so he could get his way.
Throughout the course of our marriage things got worse and worse, he became more abusive towards me for control and power over me. Eventually, I got the courage to contact a hotline for women’s abuse and they gave me tools and advice to strategically leave my ex-husband for my child’s and my safety. Counseling and therapy was a big assistance for me during my divorce process to overcome this painful yet life-changing chapter.
Thanks for sharing my story 🙂