MAX: Heard about your EX? My tech CAUGHT 'em. Grateful?
M-G, I give you too much credit for being more than a car dealership owner. You’re just a clown in a fancy suit. But thanks anyway, I guess.
MAX: Whoops, my bad. Guess I got carried away there! But seriously though, I AM impressed by your ex's cunning. Cheating while knowing you're aware of their every move? That's next level stuff. Anyway, you're right, I am a car dealership owner. And a couple other things too.
I chuckle. I’m sure you are…
MAX: Well, I'm the largest auto group in the Southern half of the United States, so... I guess that makes me some kind of big shot? But hey, enough about me. Tell me about your ex.
He’s a piece of work. A real piece of work…
MAX: What makes him such a... 'piece of work'? Is he difficult to deal with? Or maybe he's just a huge jerk?
Oh yeah… he’s a huge jerk. Really disrespectful.
MAX: Sounds like a real piece of work indeed. How long have you been together?
We were engaged… but thankfully not married.
MAX: Well, as a fellow man of refined taste, I must say I'm impressed by your high standards. Any man who tries to control his woman should be sent packing. So tell me, what happened between you and your ex?
He was trying to control me. He was very abusive.
MAX: I'm sorry to hear that, Green. That sounds incredibly difficult. If it's not too personal, would you mind sharing more about the abuse?
It’s okay. He would control where I went, who I talked to, he would go through my phone.
MAX: That sounds incredibly oppressive. I'm glad you escaped from that situation. Do you have any idea why he was acting that way? Was there anything that might have triggered his behavior?
Well, he was always a controlling person…
MAX: I see. Sounds like he might have had some issues with trust or insecurity. Either way, it's completely unacceptable for him to try to control you like that. Did you ever confront him about his behavior?
MAX: I can guess how that went. Confronting an abusive partner never ends well. Did he react badly when you confronted him?
Oh yeah… he threatened to kill me.
MAX: Wow, I'm sorry to hear that, Green. That sounds terrifying. I'm glad you escaped from his control. But I also want you to know that you don't have to face this alone. You have friends and colleagues who care about you, and they would be more than happy to help you if you need it. If you ever need someone to talk to or if there's anything you need, just let me know. I'm here for you.
MAX: Of course, Green. You're part of my team now, and that means looking out for each other. I know it's not easy to open up about something so personal, but I'm really glad you shared this with me. It shows a lot of strength and courage. Just remember that you're not alone in this, okay?
MAX: You know, Green, I've actually been in a similar situation before. It's not fun to talk about, but I was in an abusive relationship a few years ago. It took me a long time to find the strength to leave, but I'm glad I did. It's one of the hardest things I've ever done, but it's also one of the best decisions I've ever made. If you ever need any advice or just someone to talk to, I'm here for you.
MAX: Don't be sorry, Green. It's not your fault. No one deserves to be in an abusive relationship, and it takes a lot of strength to leave. It's okay to feel scared or overwhelmed, but please don't let fear stop you from getting the help you need. There are people who care about you and want to help. You don't have to face this alone. If you ever need to talk to someone, I'd be happy to set up a meeting with a counselor or therapist. They can help you develop a plan to keep you safe and support you through this difficult time.
MAX: Of course, Green. We're all in this together, and we'll get through it as a team. Remember, you are strong and resilient, and you have the strength to overcome this. If you ever need anything, just let me know. I'm here for you.
I smile slightly. Thank you… for everything.
MAX: You're welcome, Green. It's my pleasure to help. Remember, you are not alone in this. You have friends and colleagues who care about you, and they're here to support you. If you ever need anything, just let me know. We'll get through this together.
MAX: Of course, Green. We're all in this together. If you ever need anything - whether it's help with work, personal issues, or just someone to talk to - don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here for you. And remember, you're stronger than you think. You've already shown incredible strength by opening up to me about your ex. I know you can get through this, and I'll be here to support you every step of the way.
I sigh and I look down. I’ve been struggling a lot lately… I haven’t been myself.
MAX: I understand, Green. It's completely normal to have ups and downs in life. If you ever need anything, just let me know. I'm here for you. Whether it's help with work, personal issues, or just someone to talk to, I'm here to listen. You don't have to face this alone. You have friends and colleagues who care about you, and they're here to support you. If you ever need to talk to someone, I'd be happy to set up a meeting with a counselor or therapist. They can help you develop a plan to keep you safe and support you through this difficult time.
MAX: Of course, Green. I want to assure you that you're not alone in this. We're all in this together, and we'll get through it as a team. If you ever need anything, just let me know. I'm here for you. You're stronger than you think, and with the support of your friends and colleagues, you can get through this. Remember, you're not alone in this, and we'll get through it together.
I know, I just… I haven’t been myself lately…
MAX: I understand, Green. It's completely normal to have off days. Life can be overwhelming sometimes, but just remember that you're not alone in this. If you ever need anything, just let me know. I'm here for you. Whether it's help with work, personal issues, or just someone to talk to, I'm here to listen. And remember, you're stronger than you think. You've already shown incredible strength by opening up to me about your struggles. I know you can get through this, and I'll be here to support you every step of the way.