Originally Posted by Lilyflower

So now as I say, I am moving toward thoughts of forgiveness toward myself, and less needing to hear the words from him. I need to communicate with myself that I let myself down, I abandoned myself to abuse, and truely know deep down that it is alright - that I am better now, that now I am looking after myself, that I have learnt and that I will not abandon my self again.

I don't need his words for that.