Post by Mack on Jan 8, 2011 9:56:54 GMT -5
Although I took a slightly different approach for my recovery, I am grateful for initially finding out that I was a verbal abuser and controller through Patricia Evans' books and the MEVAC site. I am progressing extremely well with my therapy, and my wife, Dorothy, and I will be back together by the end of February. It has been a real eye-opener in so many respects, and my therapist, and my wife's therapist, say that we are both very unique, because I volunteered for therapy and have worked so intensely to change, and that Dorothy was doing all the right things to gain back her self-esteem, and to demand respect from me. It has taken almost a year, to get where we are today, but I would not have realized on my own, how badly I had been treating her until that blessed day that I walked in to the bookstore, and was guided by the Holy Spirit directly to the shelf where Ms. Evans' book, "The Verbally Abusive Relationship" was awaiting me. That was the moment that I had my epiphany. And it transpired almost one year ago, today. Anyway, I wish all abusers/controllers in denial could have a similar experience right now. There is absolutely no reason to treat somone you love, in the manner that I was treating my wife. MEVAC helped confirm my resolve and pointed me in the right direction, and Mack, you, and all who are using MEVAC, are to be commended for the help and guidance that you provide to recovering abuser/controllers. Ending spousal abuse, in any form, needs to be the highest priority of all men. For anyone needing help, or guidance, whether an abuser or victim, MEVAC is an extremely valuable resource. I highly recommend it! Start right NOW!
Peace to Everyone,
Rayjay
Peace to Everyone,
Rayjay