If this was you in this pardicament, what would you do?

you and yo ex broke up in september 2010 after she threatened you if you left her she said TRY ME. the relationship ends and you all happen to see each other last year in october 2010 and she was with someone yet didnt introduce you, she sat there very angrily ballin up her fist. a few months go by and its now may 2011 and you all happen to speak breifly and yo ex was still pissed at you over ya'lls break up and it is now december 2011 and she texts you sayin we should catch up, she was angry for almost a year over the break up and all of a sudden shes contacting you sayin we should meet up somewhere so we can catch up.
she wants to go to the movies next week, I find all this odd *** hell, we aint spoke in over a year and now all of a sudden you wanna see me, she has threatened me in the past and held anger and bitterness for me for over a year. my fam thinks this is a set up and she may try and hurt me physically. they are leaving the decision up to me. but I dont know what to do.
i texted her today and said im sorry for being so rude the other day, I just dont feel comfortable being around you after what happened between us but I dont mind us catching up over the phone and she said sasha its okay everything is fine theres no hard feelings and now she wont even talk to me. I dont get it if she was over me or wasnt going to do physically hurt me (i think she admitted her guilt) I dont think that wouldve been her response. is this chick so in LOVE with me that she just refuses to accept a friendship with me. otherwise I dont know why she wont speak to me. do you all think she may set me up due to her anger issues? should I watch my back? thanks
mysticfemale12
Asked Dec 27, 2011
Edited Dec 27, 2011
There's a very good reason that you categorized this question in the "Abusive Relationships" section. Honor that. Stay away from her. Have no contact. Threat of physical violence -- past or present -- is a deal breaker. Period.

... And to that I want to add that you should take a long look at yourself and try to understand why you're even debating this! What would make you think about settling for such an unhealthy relationship with someone who's threatened you in the past? I don't know you, but surely you deserve better than this and you should seek better. What ever the issue is -- low self esteem, fear of being alone, etc. -- identify it and address it so this kind of craziness never looks in the least bit appealing to you in the future.

... Gosh, there's so much in this that disturbs me that I just keep coming back to this....

You have no reason to apologize to her for wanting to stay away. That feeling that's telling you that you aren't comfortable being around her is your sense of self-preservation telling you that you need to set a boundary to protect yourself. Listen to that. Setting a boundary is not being rude or mean. There are billions of people on this planet, and not every one of them is meant to be a daily part of your life. Let this one go. Move on.
skyDancer
Answered Dec 27, 2011
Edited Dec 27, 2011
im listening to you sky, and thank you for your advice, its best I listen before I end up dead in a ditch!!! I just get this odd feeling she wants to hurt me physically, because she cant have what she wants, I think shes waiting for the right time to strike. that worries me somewhat.
this makes me not want to meet other people, I know I cant live a life alone but, this makes me skeptical of the next relationship I decide to enter into.
ive been told numerous times to watch my back and I think its best I listen!!!!
Yes. Do listen.

No, you can't live your life paranoid, but it sounds like you've got good reason to be super cautious in this case. Make sure someone always knows where you are. Carry pepper spray. Document and date every text, phone call, etc. now while you remember. Keep copies in multiple locations. If she threatens you in ANY way, DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL THE POLICE *AND* FILE FOR A RESTRAINING ORDER. Most areas have offices that give you free help in filling out the paperwork. Find those services and do use them, even if you think the forms are simple. Those kinds of offices usually have very helpful tips for pleading your case successfully before a judge. Unfortunately, I was assaulted in the past by someone I knew who went totally crazy. I can tell you that if you have to go through this process, you'll need all the help you can get.

Stay safe!
im sorry about what happened to you, I will look into that and thank you for your concern, I appreciate that!!!! u know I spoke to a lawyer and the lawyer told me that theres nothing that can be done because she hasnt hurt me physcially. so basically I have to be damn near dead for someone to do something, which doesnt make sense. so I feel like if someone wants to get they will, they'll just try and get you when the time is right. you are right I cant live my life in fear but sometimes, u cant underestimate people, no matter how long the breakup has been. its been a little over a year and my ex is still HEATED AT ME!!!! she said she had no hard feelings but I think thats a DAMN lie!!
Look in your area for organizations that help battered women. They should be able to tell you someone to talk to who knows more than the atty about restraining orders. She doesn't need to hurt you she needs to threaten you. Find out what ur rights are.
BrightStar
Answered Dec 29, 2011
i thought TRY ME was more than enough of a threat?
you think she may try and hurt me too?
"Drama"
It's simple.

People come and go.
All people have problems.
So this is what you do, ask yourself if you can cope with your friend's issues.
If no, find new friends and move on.
If yes, than over look and ignore it.

Life is too short for games people play. Find people who understand do not play.
mysteryshepherd
Answered Dec 30, 2011
i dont have time for bs and games nor being mentally, emotionally, nor verbally abused... so im fine where im at. she tried twice to get back in my life I said no and I had good reason too.... so its not worth going through that again and this time she may get physically abusive and that I dont want. id rather be alone then with bad company. thanks
When alone you will surely have no drama. However, good people are out there, just takes time to find them.
well, ive been warned more than once and im going to listen thanks for all the advice.
i dont want a headline saying body found in local area, cuz I was disobedient.
I do not blame you. I understand. I relate is some ways. I prefer to be with my dog and there's no problems.

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