u/Fun-Effective7840

I’m in my late 20s and I’m so discouraged regarding finding love. I’m a Punjabi Sikh woman and I feel so lost when it comes to dating.

Over a year ago I left a toxic and abusive relationship. My ex was also Punjabi Sikh and would verbally and physically abuse me. I eventually cut off contact with him but when I tried to describe to my parents what he was doing, they never fully understood. I felt like I wasn’t being heard and even felt judged for leaving him.

Now I feel so lost. I do want to find a partner, but I don’t know where to begin. I work full time and I still go to therapy regarding my recent relationship. I just don’t know how to approach dating and worry I could get roped into another situation like I experienced.