Hi,
I'm have mixed feelings posting this. I'm married 22 years. Two children,19 & 16. Cutting to the chase, between mental and physical health issues, my wife has become very focused on herself. I understand why but after years of being supportive and listening and putting her first, over the last year or so I realise how much I have become diluted in what is now a very unequal relationship. We have discussed it but nothing changes.
I have a really good job managing disability services and outwardly put on a good front but inside I feel like an actor. For lots of reasons I am choosing to stay but I need a connection for myself. I am introverted I suppose and have two close male friends who are great but that only goes so far. If there was anyone on the flipside of a relationship like mine, I would love to connect.
Reading that back I feel a bit selfish posting this - for better or worse and all that - but I can't go on gradually losing myself. I'm happy to email with anyone really, and am a decent listener and very happy to support you.
Thank you if you have taken the time to read this.
Rua
I'm have mixed feelings posting this. I'm married 22 years. Two children,19 & 16. Cutting to the chase, between mental and physical health issues, my wife has become very focused on herself. I understand why but after years of being supportive and listening and putting her first, over the last year or so I realise how much I have become diluted in what is now a very unequal relationship. We have discussed it but nothing changes.
I have a really good job managing disability services and outwardly put on a good front but inside I feel like an actor. For lots of reasons I am choosing to stay but I need a connection for myself. I am introverted I suppose and have two close male friends who are great but that only goes so far. If there was anyone on the flipside of a relationship like mine, I would love to connect.
Reading that back I feel a bit selfish posting this - for better or worse and all that - but I can't go on gradually losing myself. I'm happy to email with anyone really, and am a decent listener and very happy to support you.
Thank you if you have taken the time to read this.
Rua