by Greatexpectations » Sat Dec 10, 2011 8:36 pm
Do not hide any bruises, tell people how it is. Tell him you will have him charged with assault if he hits you, get a restraining order.
To hide and deny the abuse enables the abuser, he knows you will keep it secret and watch his back for him.
Take photos of any injuries, secretly video him at his worse go to your doctor and show him if you are hurt. Get evidence of his abuse, your child needs protecting from him.
Will your family support you, help protect you? If so go to them and accept their help.
You might need to go to a refuge for battered women to escape this man.
He won't change.
It is NOT your fault if he loses his temper, there is NO excuse for abuse and violence.
I am wondering why you describe much of his violence as 'petty'. Did you see much violence when you where a child?
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Lao Tzu