How do you tell if something is emotional abuse and not just “normal relationship conflict”?

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How do you tell if something is emotional abuse and not just “normal relationship conflict”?

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I kept telling myself it wasn’t that bad, but I was constantly anxious and careful about what I said. Living like that didn’t feel normal, even if I tried to justify it.

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I didn’t have a clear label for it at the time, but feeling like I was always walking on eggshells was a big sign something was wrong.

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I get anxiety when I hear his car pulling up. Just like as a kid when my Dad came home & I did zero chores.

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Kacy, what you just described, that feeling in your body before he even walks in, is worth paying attention to. Our nervous systems often know things before we find the words for them.

Thank you for sharing something that personal. If it ever feels helpful, this might be a useful read: 7 Signs of an Abusive Marriage and Steps to Safety

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