My friend who won't quit her abusive husband

[shadowrider]

6. One lessen I've learned in my years

No matter how much you care
No matter how much you prod
No matter how you search for assistance

There is simply no way to help people who refuse to help themselves.

Sad, but true.

I've walked away from friends, years ago, who were going through some tough personal times, but refused to take that first step toward healing. I did all I could do. I finally walked away. Ruining myself in the pursuit of helping someone who deep down didn't want the help wasn't worth it.

Don't let it kill you. Know you did all you could. There are more people out there who want and need the help who ARE willing to take that step. Help THEM.

My two cents. YMMV.