However, I think I'm pretty healthy and dealing with it OK as it comes. When I think about it, I'm sure I'm dealing with everything so well because I don't have the daily abuse and drainage that comes from it. I think you are doing great too. But you are a survivor and there is pain and rage. I'm having a difficult time feeling rage.
Recovery occurs in stages.
You have experienced the first of many breakthroughs. The more you learn to expect from others for yourself, the more anger you will feel. As you distance from him and get on with your life, you are likely to get angrier and angrier at the gall he has shown. A sincere thank you. My favorite part of your site is the personal e-mails.