I just got out of a very abusive relationship, from both sides. But the longer I'm out, the more I realise he brought out my abusive side. I am not abusive, he was a rapist, and a manipulator. 

I will be starting DBT to overcome what happened so I learn the warning signs and leave before someone turns me abusive. 

I never was before him, and I'm starting to finally believe I won't be after him. I thought I would be, and that's why I stayed. Because no one else would tolerate me. 

But I will get better. I will improve. I will be loved again. 