You did really well indeed. You were strong and said what you needed to.
Be aware the hug and body hug especially if it lasts for more than 2 minutes triggers a hormone called oxytocin designed to create bonding and a love response. It's hard to resist although you did.
Some controllers use this deliberately, the little boy pout etc.
In fact by deciding this was a control tactic by WH and effectively 'calling' on it- deciding that it wouldn't control it then you are sending a clear message.
I also like you shutting down WH excuses to ring you or text you. At least you know in 99% of cases it will be trivia or checking.
Big hugs
V
Freedom is just another word for nothing left to loose. V 64, WAW
