Just like the title says, please understand as background I do not in any way blame my gf for her need for space, and COMPLETELY understand/support her. The rational side of me grasps everything she’s been through leaving a very abusive situation, and needing to do what’s best for her to kind of “regroup”. The problem I struggle with is the emotional pain I still feel knowing she needs that space, and the isolation I feel because of it. I truly love her with every ounce of my heart and will be there for her regardless, but how do I quit feeling the way I do? I feel like if I say something I’m being selfish, but if I don’t I’m just lying to myself. There have been far too many sleepless nights, or days without eating because I’m in so much emotional, that it translates into physical pain.

I know I’m being intentionally vague with background into the need for space, just trust me when I say her feelings and needs are completely warranted. I in no way am posting this because of her, this is me trying to find ways to cope with my personal battles in the meantime.