Moving past an emotionally abusive relationship is not easy due to the psychological factors involved. Victims might often feel helpless, afraid of being unable to do better. Depending on how long they were in the relationship and the level of abuse they faced, their self-esteem is usually shattered. This low self-esteem prevents them from moving forwards in their life despite no longer being in the relationship.
Here are some ways you can get over an emotionally abusive relationship:
1) Close The Door Behind You
The biggest problem with emotionally abused victims is that they have this undying flame for their partner. They have a ray of hope that is enough to convince them that their partner isn’t all that bad and because of this false hope, they have a tendency to return to their abusive partners.
All emotionally abused individuals need to understand and accept that their partners were in the wrong for mistreating them and that they should never ever go back to them.
2) Surround Yourself With Loved Ones
It’s normal to feel the urge to fill the empty space your partner left; if this space isn’t filled, you can find yourself back with your partner. Once you’ve decided to leave, surround yourself with a supportive group of people that you feel comfortable talking to and who are available for you when you need them.
3) Take The Time To Relax
You’ve probably spent months overwhelmed by stress and depression. Now it’s the time to give yourself some love. Indulge in spa treatments, a holiday or anything else you can think of that will relax your mind.
4) Rebuild Yourself
Your self-esteem has been chipped at consistently which means you’re going to need to work on rebuilding it. Pick up healthy habits such as meditation, exercise and eating healthy that help you keep negative thoughts under control, reduce inflammation and improve your health.
To undo all the adverse effects of your toxic relationship, you’ll need to work on your mental AND physical health.
You may need some professional guidance to pull you out of depression. David Myers is a psychologist in Birmingham AL and experience therapist who’s worked with abuse victims for decades. He provides psychotherapy and relationship counseling to residents of Birmingham, Alabama and nearby towns.
Get yourself out of this vulnerable stare and call (205) 251-8808 to book an appointment with Myers today.