The gradual shift from who you were to who you became in the emotionally abusive relationship

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Do we talk about divorce during the argument or the calm period

When you've decided to leave the emotionally abusive relationship, when is the best time to bring it up? During the storm or the calm? 

Do I accept that this is how theyll be forever

Some behaviors are unacceptable. Some people are unacceptable. Just what should you accept and what should you do when you can't? Emotional abuse has a tendency to make you feel completely powerless, unable to make such decisions. 

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