purplefishie
New Here
I could use some advice. I’m trying to have a relationship for the first time after leaving one with domestic violence verbal/emotional/financial 5 years ago. Have to have contact with ex because of child. The new guy is great- a little quiet on emotional communication but shows how he feels.
I am getting triggered constantly from small comments, texts, any feeling of not being sure where I stand/trust. I’m disassociating when stressed, walling off emotionally, having to just get away from him. Sometimes I feel calm and happy but the longer this goes on the worse I’m reacting to normal relationship ups and downs and communication. Trying to take it slow and stay grounded but it’s not working, I think I’m not capable. Any advice?
I am getting triggered constantly from small comments, texts, any feeling of not being sure where I stand/trust. I’m disassociating when stressed, walling off emotionally, having to just get away from him. Sometimes I feel calm and happy but the longer this goes on the worse I’m reacting to normal relationship ups and downs and communication. Trying to take it slow and stay grounded but it’s not working, I think I’m not capable. Any advice?