Natasha Thahane’s Cryptic Post After Breakup Announcement Leaves SA Thinking Lorch Abused Her

• Natasha Thahane's breakup with Thembinkosi Lorch has sparked speculation and accusations of physical abuse
• Social media users believe Thahane hinted at abuse by liking a comment suggesting Lorch hit her and her post-breakup Instagram story added fuel to the fire
• Fans are divided, with some criticising Thahane for staying with Lorch despite his past legal issues, while others sympathise with her situation
• Briefly News spoke to the founder of Engaged Humans Paula Quinsee who delved deeper into the issue of abuse in relationships

The news about Natasha Thahane and Thembinkosi Lorch's breakup has turned Mzansi's social media users into private investigators. Many have been glued to Natasha's page waiting for the actress to share more details about why she ended their affair.

Fans suspect Lorch physically abused Natasha Thahane

Natasha Thahane may have kept her relationship with Lorch top secret, but fans think they can see through the cryptic posts. Eagle-eyed social media users concluded that Lorch physically abused the Blood & Water star after her recent post.

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A social media user with the handle @ElaninQ noticed how Natasha Thahane liked a comment by a follower who asked if Lorch hit her. The post read:

"Natasha liking this comment tells me everything I need to know ✋ Lorch o sele."

Not only that, popular entertainment blog MDN News also shared a video that Natasha shared on her Instagram stories soon after announcing her breakup.

Relationship expert weighs in on abuse in relationships

Speaking exclusively to Briefly News, Paula Quinsee the founder of Engaged Humans and certified Imago Relationship Therapy Educator and Facilitator said abuse, often learned from upbringing and personal experiences, manifests through various forms such as verbal attacks, controlling behaviour, financial manipulation, and threats, creating an environment of fear and anxiety in relationships. She said:

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"Upbringing and background have a large role to play in this behaviour as well as personal experiences. The foundation of our emotional intelligence is formed in childhood, particularly the first 7yrs of a child’s life.

"If a person grows up in an abusive environment (physical, emotional, substance abuse etc), they will potentially form a skewed perspective that this is the norm and how relationships and love are supposed to be.

"However this is not the case in every relationship, there are various factors that can contribute to a person being abusive. A number of social forces also play a key role in shaping an abuser’s values and attitudes as well as creating an environment where abusive behaviour is rewarded and unpunished. In other words, it is a learned behaviour and a choice to abuse."

"Some of the most common signs and types of abuse include silent treatment or blocking a partner out. Criticism and verbal attacks. Restricting a partner from ‘normal’ activities and controlling what they can/can’t do. Financial abuse by taking control of their finances. Constant threats of ending the relationship or of physical violence. Constantly walking on eggshells, feeling fearful, and anxious around your partner and trying to keep the peace."

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Mzansi reacts to abuse allegations against Lorch

Social media is on fire after the allegations against Thembinkosi Lorch. Fans think the Mamelodi Sundowns star who was recently in hot water for assaulting his ex-girlfriend physically abused his baby mama.

@ElaninQ said:

"Oh Natasha your man is found guilty of GBV and you stick by him? Bona nou."

@Siph_elele added:

"Her sharing that Riri clip says everything. "

@gistwhere wrote:

"Signs were there and she ignored them. Did she think she was an exception?"

@camagumayirha added:

"Lorch was accused of beating a chick up - Natasha Tahane went on ahead to date the guy. So?"

@Thee_Thembi22 noted:

"I think she was also beaten by Lorch. She posted on IG story a video of Rihanna when she was telling her story as to how her domestic violence case happened with CB."

@mmrangym added:

"She even posted a clip of Rihanna speaking about the Chris Brown situation."

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Natasha Thahane rocks Sundowns colours after Lorch’s recent move

Briefly News previously reported that Natasha Thahane recently showed support to her husband Thembinkosi Lorch following the announcement that he has moved to Mamelodi Sundowns from Orlando Pirates.

Blood & Water actress Natasha Thahane is rallying behind her man Thembinkosi Lorch after he officially moved to Mamelodi Sundowns. The controversial soccer star's move was recently announced on social media.

Source: Briefly News