SINGAPORE: A woman's heart-wrenching account of her toxic marriage has taken social media by storm, shedding light on the shocking contrast between her husband’s impressive public persona and his sinister behavior when behind closed doors.

In a candid and emotional post shared on the NUSWhispers Facebook page, the woman disclosed the grim realities of living with her husband, who boasts a first-class honours degree in Civil Engineering from the reputable National University of Singapore (NUS) and is highly esteemed at work for his apparent generosity.

While he projects an image of the perfect husband—the kind who treats colleagues to dinner and is seen as a paragon of kindness—at home, he reveals a chillingly different side. According to her, he exhibits narcissistic tendencies and an unforgiving miserly spirit.

“I’m suffering from emotional, financial, and verbal abuse,” the woman wrote. “He controls everything—I am forced to sleep on the floor because he considers the bed his property, and I must eat my meals on the floor as well because he bought the furniture.”

Her degrading treatment goes beyond mere discomfort. She described how her husband purposefully humiliates her, scolding her loudly in front of neighbors, painting her as the instigator of their domestic strife. Public display of kindness seemingly evaporates at their doorstep, as she claims to have been responsible for most household expenses, including groceries and bills, while he withholds financial support.

Festivities become non-events in her household, with traditional celebrations such as Chinese New Year and her own birthday dismissed by her husband as unnecessary extravagances. “He makes all the decisions; it’s his way or no way,” she lamented.

To compound her emotional distress, her husband imposes impossibly high standards for household cleanliness, coercing her to maintain the home as if it were a luxury hotel. Should she fail to meet these unrealistic expectations, the repercussions are severe: he punishes her with cold treatment, making her feel isolated and ashamed.

As if this nightmare weren’t enough, the woman revealed that her husband has made alarming threats about her elderly mother. “He has warned me that if he tells my 80-year-old mother about my failures in our marriage, and she has a heart attack, I’ll be the cause of her death,” she disclosed, explaining the psychological manipulation she has endured.

Additionally, she described how her husband would bombard her with messages to reassert control whenever she sought help from friends or family, further deepening her feelings of entrapment. He even claimed that he would flee to avoid any financial repercussions should they divorce.

In the comments section of her post, many were left stunned and outraged by her traumatic experiences. Several users urged her to take action immediately: “You deserve better than this. Take your life back, you are strong enough to leave!” others suggested contacting professional organizations for assistance, emphasizing the need for her to escape the abusive environment.

Despite the overwhelming support, a few skeptics remained, questioning the one-sided nature of her story.

For anyone else facing similar tribulations, organizations like AWARE Singapore provide crucial support services. They stand ready to assist those in abusive situations. Victims are encouraged to reach out—via their helpline at 1800 777 5555 or through their website if speaking out poses a risk—reiterating the message that no one should endure such life-altering abuse.

Remember: Your life matters. Don’t let anyone dictate your worth!