I met a man named Chad nearly three years ago. At the time, I had no knowledge of sociopaths, and I was drawn in by his charm and good looks. He appeared to be the ideal partner.
Now, a year after our relationship ended, I’ve come to realize that I was involved with a sociopath. I am gradually reclaiming my life, paying off the debts he left behind, and even considering the possibility of meeting someone new. I refuse to let him dictate my future any longer.
I feel fortunate to have escaped his grasp, but I want to share a letter he wrote to me shortly after we began dating. Looking back, it’s evident just how manipulative he was, and I hope that by sharing this, others can recognize the signs I overlooked.