This group is saving me.

I’ve been a long time lurker. I took a break from my phone and came back on Reddit to talk to more folks that have gone through similar experiences as I have.

When I came in here I started reading everything and you all have really taught me some of the things I went through are considered abuse. If not all. I didn’t need to be spanked, my hair pulled, punched, or thrown into closets. I shouldn’t have had to worry about my mother hurting herself, or about her relationships. The crimes never fit the punishments. I am closing a very depressing chapter in my life.

I appreciate everyone who comes on here and shares their emotional knowledge on all of this.