First Steps
This blog is about my experience of domestic abuse and the long, convoluted path I took to escape it. I want to share something of what I learned about the complex mechanics of abuse, the brutal impact of abuse, as well as what I learned about myself and how I got there in the first place. I will share some of my experiences of living with an abusive alcoholic partner, the father of my children, as well as the ways in which I have been able to begin a process of recovery from the trauma of living with abuse. I have a lot to say, and no clear order in which to say it. I plan to write posts as and when I feel ready to focus on particular aspects of abuse and recovery, I want to keep it loose so as not to put too much pressure on myself. As it is I am a full time solo parent, a recently qualified counsellor working on setting up private practice, whilst simultaneously working a job in the education sector. Time is tight! But this is important and I want to share what I have learned for tw