Domestic abuse support in Belgium
For people experiencing or leaving abuse at home. Your safety comes first. Talk with people in Belgium who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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From people who came through it
โI know it feels impossible right now. I left with my two kids and spent six weeks in a refuge, and I still love him, which makes no sense. But you are not stupid for feeling that. Take the help that is offered, even if it feels like too much. And if you can, find one person who gets it. It makes the days a little less heavy.โ
Eric P ยท been through domestic abuseโA note for the next person. I was in the same place nearly four years ago. I remember when left with two bags and the kids, like it was yesterday. Today I went for a walk and didn't cry once.โ
laketired1982 ยท been through domestic abuseโIf you've just found this place, I was where you are nearly four years ago. The worst part was still loving him which confuses me. These days I mostly feel like me. It comes back so slowly you don't notice until one day you do. Hang on.โ
Javi S ยท been through domestic abuseโWhen I was in the refuge I thought I'd never feel normal again. The first few weeks are the hardest. You don't have to have it all figured out. Just get through today. And if you can't, get through the next hour. That's enough. I still have bad days but they're not every day anymore. You will laugh again. I promise.โ
Bo O ยท been through domestic abuse