I slated my ex on social media. Why am I so full of hate? | Ask Philippa
by Philippa Perry from on (#5VV2K)
Seek help from your GP and a therapist, says Philippa Perry. It is possible to change this pattern in relationships
The question I am in my 50s with children who all left home recently. I have been in a relationship with a patient and kind man - but it hasn't always been easy, mostly because of my insecurities. We went away and I spoilt things by starting fights and, consequently, he decided to end it.
Up until this episode, I was a friendly, easy-going, non-confrontational person. The problem is that I don't recognise myself any more. When the relationship finished, I was out of control. I had created so much drama and upset, mostly drink-fuelled.
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