I was psychologically abused as a young child and in turn, overtime have become abusive myself. I am now 52 years old and my wife has stuck with me through the good and bad. For once I listened to what she was saying about my adverse behavior and chanced upon this site.
I never realized that I had a very low self esteem, until I read the characteristic's and what Darius has added and can identify with all the behaviors. This is my fourth visit to this site and reading all the helpful information, I have finally plucked up the guts to share my shame/guilt of what I was in the past.
The incredible thing is that once I became aware of the problems and how to correct my self esteem, I can already feel/sense the difference in my outlook though it has only been a week since facing up to my reality. My relationship with my family being seen from a positive outlook has made me aware of how great life really is.
Though this may be early times for me on the road to rehabilitation, I have the support of my forever supportive and loving wife. We will travel this new path of hope, happiness and life of positivity.
Words cannot express my utmost gratitude to all people who have contributed to this site which I have found and will continue to find very helpful in assisting me come to terms with my issues.