Ask Amy: Family rift calls for a firm boundary
I voiced this to him and he did the most hurtful thing: He tried to sleep with my sister.
He treated me like dirt and broke me down until I felt like I was nothing.
I’m in a new relationship. I’m trying to move on with my life, but I'm scared that I will end up getting hurt again and it's making it hard for me to open up.
I don't want to ruin this new relationship because of past horrors.
So how do I let my guard down but be cautious, too?
What are some warning signs I need to look for?
I think my last relationship gave me PTSD. Is that even possible?
I'm terrified to the point where I feel like something is wrong with me.
Can you help?
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