I just came across this group and figured I'd give it a try. I am 24
years old and have been in an emotionally abusive relationship with a
42 year old for 2 years now. I've met woman he has cheated on me
with and even suffered from an abortion of his child. We go through
a cycle of breaking up and getting back together, even though I know
that he lies and hurts me. He has a way of manipulating me and
making me think that I am crazy and accuses me of nagging him if I
ask him why he has women's lingerie in his bed. Just one week ago,
he told me we should just be friends. I have been crying
hysterically for no apparent reason. I feel almost desperate to have
him take me back and don't understand why. I'm a just looking for
support and people to talk to so that I can stay strong and avoid
going back to him. He seems to have a way of sensing when he is no
longer in control of my feelings and reels me back in. A good
listener and supporter from someone who knows the pain I am going
through is all I ask.

Megan