If you are having doubts about the emotional stability and health of your relationship, then you have probably landed here for a reason. One of the ways that an emotional vampire gets under your skin is by tricking you into believing that everything is your fault, and that if you would just change, then the relationship would be perfect.
They will not take responsibility for their role as the emotional vampire, drainer or abuser. They may also convince you that you are crazy or wrong for thinking these things, and you might truly begin to wonder if you are.
1. Begin Preparations to Leave –
You know what you need to do, so now is the time to begin taking the steps. Your partner has taken away your power, and now is the time to take it back.
Begin to make plans from this place of power, not from a place of fear. If you live together, start to gather information on where you can stay.
Can you stay with your family, friends or someone you trust?
2. Put a Stop to Insults –
One of the first things to do is to let your partner know that you are open to healthy suggestions about the relationship, but that you will no longer tolerate, blaming or name calling. Continue reading