It's hard to leave a bad relationship. It's even harder to leave an abusive relationship - whether you are a man or a woman. Every 9 seconds in the U.S. a woman is getting beaten or assaulted. One of the reasons why it's so hard for women to leave abusive relationships is because 1/2 of them who leave end up homeless and broke. You may not have a place to go, but there are resources that can help you transition to a better life. If you are one of the few lucky ones that are leaving or about to leave an abusive relationship, here are some steps to help you.
Step 1: Call family and friends who can help you. If you are an abused woman, seek women centers that help women and children go through this.
Step 2: Delete all traces of your digital footprints, including your search history.
Step 3: SEEK LEGAL HELP!
Step 4: Change addresses on bills and documents, passwords, social security number, and telephone number.
Step 5: See if you can get a new credit card in your name only. The same thing goes with a bank account.
Step 6: Deal with money and work. This will not be easy, but it must be done. Let your work know what's going on.
Step 7: Cancel joint account(s) if you can.
Step 8: If you are using the car, contact the department of motor and vehicles and change everything.
Step 9: If you have children together, seek custody.
Step 10: Seek a divorce.