This isn’t related to my writing, but I wanted to share a very tense situation with you guys that happened to me today.
After I got off work I decided to walk my dog around the mall that I work in because it was hot and he’s a husky so being in a controlled climate was better for him.
I decided to stop by GameStop to see if they had any animal crossing merch and I saw my ex with all of his friends.
My dog is my emotional support animal so it’s good that he was with me because seeing him triggered a horrible anxiety attack. My ex was very physically, emotionally, verbally, and mentally abusive towards me during the on and off relationship we had.
He raped me, hit me, manipulated me, and constantly used my mental illnesses as weapons against me.
I didn’t speak to him, but I thought that after a year of not being with him I would never see his face again. It honestly made me anxious to the point I nearly passed out in front of everyone.
I don’t know if you guys have ever experienced anything like that or gone through hardships of your own that you’re still getting over or are currently in, but I just want you to know I’m here for you guys. I know how difficult it can be to get past or let alone leave an abusive situation or relationship so if anyone ever needs to talk I’ll be here.