My boyfriend and I got into an argument last night. It resulted in him grabbing me by my neck and choking me. (I'm laying down in bed at this point) He pushed down so hard my head almost hit our side table. He did all of this in front of our toddler. He claims it's basically okay because he didn't "hit" me. I was really scared honestly and hyperventilating for a good 20 minutes. Keep in mind we've been together for 4 years and nothing like this has ever happened. I truly love this man and can't see myself without him.