That's very true, Shannon. But in situations like mine, I just don't know what to do.

the blog only stated the signs but doesnt give any advice

This never has and never will happen to me value your self and the man in your life has no choice but to as well!!! End of story

Niamh, I guess you should talk to him because of course, for some reason he came into your life and without even letting him know your problem, you're breaking up with him. There shouldn't be anything unsaid. It's better that you talk to him with calm attitude before things go worse.

One woman's story is another's woman's example. Personally I'm grateful for my experiences because I can tell somebody else. And for individuals whom have never experienced the actions on this list, I guarantee 100% you've experienced something negative in your life that other women have not! There's nothing to be a shamed about. Think about it, make the changes, and then move on!

I'm sorry certain people feel attacking. You stated your opinion and others have stated their opinion so what's the problem? Like my grandma would often tell me "you can say where you've been, but you can never say where you're going."

I was in an abusive relationship for nearly five years. I was 17. He started by saying things to put me down then he started beating me and finally he raped me several times. When u go through these things u don't understand what the reality of what's happening. To you this is normal because he had put it in your head. Being so innocent and young i didnt have a clue, i thought i love him and i serve as a woman and i will marry him until i met some old friends and they showed the me the truth and I finally realised the seriousness i became a different person for the worst i was depressed and tried killing myself many times. I walked away and now i have met someone else who is kind, gentle and my best friend. If u dint go through this i wouldnt of been me today. I am strong because of my experience.

Bravo!!!!!

@Akki I'm sorry to hear what you're going through. You sound like a very intelligent and wise women. I do know what you're going through is hard because I was in a similar situation before, same religion different sect. For four years almost every day I spent in fear of loosing him. But now I'm happily married and he's my best friend. Akki you're still young, I know when you're in the situation it may feel that there is no way out of it or all you want it is him, however I do promise you that soon you'll be back to your bubbly self and have a permeant smile! I'm sure your parents want to see you happy! P.s you know what helps me? TRAVEL!!

Been there,done that and cried my eyes out for a while then decided to laugh. Life is too short to pine after the ones who refuse to respect you. Being with no man is better than being with the wrong one ! They are the losers having not recognised how lovely you ladies are . What would you tell your best friend if she were in your situation? Bet you would tell her to start putting herself first for a change and not waste her life on theses problem kids !