(This is my first post, spare me)
I'm a girl, I was in an abusive relationship for six years.
I cut that person from my life completely at the start of my current relationship. I have really bad anxiety because of this. I find myself being constantly reminded of that person, my boyfriend sometimes says things that he once said to me and it makes me really upset.
my boyfriend can't (won't) help me with this, it is annoying when I ask for clear reassurance to him, he's very reserved and seemingly emotionless. He expects me to just know things but my anxiety keeps me from that. I've explained that I have issues accepting things and I need him to tell me things straight forward (Like that he loves me and wants to talk to me and such) but he never really does it.
How do I keep my past relationship problems, and terrible anxiety from ruining my current relationship?
>>17855483
Your current relationship sounds bad as well. I think your partner is the problem.
>>17855483
>being constantly reminded of that person, my boyfriend sometimes says things that he once said to me and it makes me really upset
what is that? "stop being a slut"??
>>17855483
Perhaps find a therapist firt up and then if it is alright with your current standing partner seek a couples therapist or a bonding activity as a last resort so you focus solely on him. Another thing to possibly try out is by dropping frequently hints to get what you said previously "i want him to say i love you".
>>17855483
Leave him. Seriously, just go. If he thinks you ain't worth his love and friendship then he isn't worth your time.
by not attaching yourself to the first handsome muppet that comes in your way