Where to start...

[ellableu]

I've edited this post twice now...  I don't believe in being a victim.  I want to learn tools to navigate the situation and be empowered in it.

My partner has been gone for 3 mos. now and has basically, stopped sharing completely.  She is/was my best friend.  In a couple weeks, we will find ourselves going on a 16-hour road trip.

Here's the question:  How do I have conversations with her that are authentic, without telling her what I think about what's she's done and how it's been handled while not "poking the bear," all the while establish healthy boundaries?

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[SinisterComplex]

Welcome Ella,  . Happy you found us, but truly sorry for the circumstances which led to you seeking us out. Please feel free to share as much as you want to. Ask as many questions as you need to. This is a safe place here. No judgment. Please do not feel ashamed or feel anything is awkward because here we truly have either experienced it, seen it, heard about it, etc. We understand.

I myself, the team here and the rest of the community are here to support you. You are fam now...we have your back. 

Please be kind to you and take care of yourself.

Cheers and Best Wishes!

-SC-