Hi Antlers, Thanks for stopping by. I understand what you shared means.
The 'abuse' shouldn't define who I am & be the least important thing about me. I get that his behaviour & choices are about him, not me.
I'm just lacking the confidence right now that I've learned to interact with another man in an intimate relationship that doesn't perpetuate the same unhealthy behaviours, thoughts & feelings. And it's scary, as a 40+ single mom, to think about trying to learn those skills.
I understand no one is perfect and that we all make mistakes in our R's (big & little). Maturity involves recognizing the mistakes, owning them, asking for forgiveness, then working to do it differently next time in ways that match our core value.
Just really unsure about how to approach these next R's that will inevitably (hopefully) come into my life.
Peace Bridge
Divorced 03/2010 Mom to two amazing kids
Taking the road less traveled because those encountered on the way may be just as unique.
