Have you ever been with someone who retaliated every time you didn't do something they wanted?

@Richard65 that's awesome to hear actually. It needs to be recognized and shamed.

@MarbleMarvel the authorities here are still learning exactly what constitutes coercive and controlling behaviour. It's a relatively new problem they're beginning to recognise. But, at least it's now in the public consciousness.

@Nihiless I was, I'm just now understanding a lot that happened though. It's reassuring to hear you all share.

It really was a mind feck.

@nonsensiclesnail you poor thing :( i hope its not like that anymore!