The only reason many men stay in unhappy relationships with abusive women is out of love and concern for their children. I’ve lost count of how many of my coaching clients have said, “If it weren’t for the kids, I’d have left a long time ago.” Some men stay because they believe they’re protecting their […]
After an Abusive Relationship: Getting Through the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays Without Her
If you’ve been involved in an abusive relationship with a person who has a Cluster B personality disorder, you have probably come to dread the holiday season. In my former relationship, every special occasion was prefaced with a multi-day rage episode over whatever infractions my ex could dig up. I got in the shower first. […]
She’s the Crazy One, Why do I Need Therapy?!: Recovering from a Relationship with an Abusive Woman
This was one of the bigger questions I faced, after things ended with my ex. Admitting to myself that I needed therapy was akin to admitting guilt to all of the things I had been accused of. It felt like I was surrendering and agreeing that she was right – that it was all my […]
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