Originated from
AOL Coaches
LMK
Asked about “Love & Sex on AOL Coaches

Verbal Abuse

My husband and I are approaching our 1 year anniversary and I want a divorce. He has verbally abusive outbreaks when things are not going his way and I've constantly asked him that he not speak to me in that manner. I do not speak to him that way and demand that he doesn't. He constantly disregards my requests with added abuse on top of that. I have left and am considering divorce,and have made these threats in the past.  If I stay I feel it could lead to physical abuse. I have asked him in the past that we seek marriage counseling to learn how to communicate with each other but, he will not go. I have to stand up for myself by setting these boundaries but, I don't think I can take much more. I love him, but, I love myself much more.  Are there other married couples out there who've experienced this and how did you manage? And what advice can you help me through this?


Would you like to answer or comment?

Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you're already a member).
  • 129 views
Share Send to a friend Watch Report
 
 

Posted Answers

Order by
 
8225 thumbs up

Love is the battery of life....

Hi,
You are absolutely right, you shouldn't accept such a behavior.  Yes, verbally abuse frequently ends with physical abuse.  However the easiest solution to a problem is to run away..... You love him (as you say) and divorce should be considered only after all other options to solve the problem failed.  In your case you didn't try all options.  You can (and should) go to a marriage counselor even on your own.   If you can't communicate with him face to face than you can write to him / e-mail him, phone him.....  Please try harder..... I believe that if you put effords into it you might save your marriage.   
Best regards,


Posted 8 months ago ( permalink )
In reply to LMK's question
Rated as
Best Answer
0
4

Helpful?

line
line
line



 
8 thumbs up

i think divorce may be the safest and best answer to protect you and your relationship. If you dont have kids yet, i would definately consider a divorce especially if he is not willing to seek counseling together. My advice in the mean time to try to avoid confrontations and arguements, maybe try to do things that he likes to do until your able to resolve it.


Posted 8 months ago ( permalink )
In reply to LMK's question
Rated as
#2 out of 7
0
2

Helpful?

line
line
line



 

Thank-you, this has been very helpful


Posted 7 months ago ( permalink )
In reply to OronD's answer
Rated as
#3 out of 7
0
0

Helpful?

line
line
line



 

Our dreams and goals are never completely realized

. They are always there before our eyes, but always just slightly out of reach. And so, as we strive to fulfill our vision, we must make the most of every living moment.”

Well,Honey many a details in yr question are missing ,that could help address the grave issue on an equally higher plateform.

1.Was it a love marriage..?

2.How long did you both enjoy courtship..?

3.Did you ever notice such behavioural symptoms earlier and if yes  did you discuss it out.

In general terms i agree to the comments and observations made by many a scholars on the issue in question.

But allow me to enlighten you,"

"Going to Marriage councillor wud hardly serve any purpose NOW."

Its advisable and prudent to thrash it  out within four walls of your sweet home.

you are hardly married for an year.....set aside your EGO..and stop challenging HIS ..and learn to be  freinds to care..

Indeed ,Its you who needs to take the Initiative  before you loose your life partner  with a pain.

Life is all about understanding and adjustments.

Come what may  "Men will remain Men.",

I am no way advocating or endorsing yr mans erratic  behaviour,and it really helps if Mens egos are  addreesed and  honoured  politely..

Be a good friend to him,love him ,let him feel You care for him and his  happiness..I am affirmative  you will get wonderfully encouraging  response from HIm.

My blessings

astroanswers@aol.com


Posted 7 months ago ( permalink )
In reply to LMK's question
Astroanswers was invited by Yedda to answer this question.

Rated as
#4 out of 7
0
0

Helpful?

line
line
line



 

Our dreams and goals are never completely realized

. They are always there before our eyes, but always just slightly out of reach. And so, as we strive to fulfill our vision, we must make the most of every living moment.”

I wonder how a matured mind cud giued a timid and young bride of One year of married age  ,to run away,communicate thru emails,phones;;and what not..

Hey  this isssue needs to be addressed and attended at a very delicate and personal level.

Dont try to ruin her life...by advising irrational acts that lead to distancing her from  a family life in the making.

Think of heras Your own daughter ..and then advise..OK


Posted 7 months ago ( permalink )
In reply to OronD's answer
Astroanswers was invited by Yedda to answer this question.

Rated as
#5 out of 7
0
0

Helpful?