New and slightly lost

[BellaBabaroga]

Hi everyone I found this forum via Quora. I'm not sure where to start or how this works but all I want is someone to talk to. My abusive relationship ended 3 years ago with him being incarcerated (and me finally having the strength to burn that bridge for good). I've made active progress in many ways but feel stuck in others, mainly regarding trust. I faced the betrayal of two close friends shortly after my breakup. Since then I spent most days in solitude and try to avoid my other friends (?). I'm in a healthy and loving relationship now but internally I'm struggling every day. I've always been everyone's comfort person, offering unconditional support and empathy. I feel extremely lonely with my pain, I can't and don't wanna be more trusting and don't know how to handle that. 

[notrightinthehead]

Welcome! Sounds like you are in a good place right now. I am so glad for you. I am so sorry you feel lonely. Have you checked out the Toolbox? Maybe you can find some strategies there suitable for your situation?

[bloomie]

BellaBabaroga - Hi and welcome to Out of the FOG!

It is good to hear you are out of relationships that were not trustworthy! It makes perfect sense that trusting would not come easy after three important relationships ended painfully. I am so very sorry that you have lingering pain and loneliness.

How brave to reach out to a community like this for continued healing and insights. I am really glad you joined us here and look forward to hearing more of your story and supporting you when you are ready to share.