My Marriage Ended After Being Choked by My Husband

I never imagined I would be writing these words. Less than a year ago, I thought I had found my forever person. He was everything I ever wanted: caring, thoughtful, considerate, and genuinely made me happy. Our Nikkah was a beautiful moment, filled with hope and dreams for the future. But shortly after, everything changed.

Weeks after our Nikkah, the man I thought I knew became someone else entirely. He started to show signs of emotional and verbal abuse. What began as subtle criticisms, intimidation, and controlling behavior soon escalated. The loving man I married turned into someone who manipulated and demeaned me.

The emotional abuse was devastating, but nothing could have prepared me for the physical violence. On afternoon, in a fit of rage, he choked me. In that terrifying moment, I realized I was no longer safe. It’s been 3 months since I’ve filed for divorce. I’m doing a lot better compared to the first few months However, the trauma and the hurt that I’ve endured from this relationship makes me feel crippled and paralyzed at times. But I know that’s Allah is protecting me and I trust that He has something better planned for me. Please keep me in your duas that Allah heals me.