Upwards - Needing support, tough times ahead

[Upwards]

I really do feel so much better about everything - life is beginning to be enjoyable again & my future is exciting, the possibilities are endless!! I know there are going to be many more twists & turns but I'm confident that I can do this & come out a stronger & happier person.

It's my sons birthday in 2 weeks & we will have to spend time together then, I need to get this stuff in place before then ideally.

Yes my IC has said exactly the same as you, I'm 99.9% sure he's going to want to discuss our R and I don't want that at all. I've also been working on the boundaries that fit best with my needs but also are sustainable without any major disagreements being likely - I just want some peace & the space to move forward with my life, I hope he respects that.

My IC has also advised me to practise how to stop any conversations I'm not happy with when at work & try to think up ways he may try to manipulate me into those discussions so I can be prepared to stop him as soon as poss.

Thanks for your input Breakdown!