scorpiogirl said:Nelms - thank you so much. I guess because I've known him for so long and I understand WHY he says stupid shit, that's why I've stayed with him. I have constantly put my own feelings aside while making excuses as to why he acts the way he does. I've known that was wrong of me for years now, but I always just "felt bad" for him when I would leave.
He's now telling me he'll do anything to fix the situation, counseling or whatever (which we've done in the past and look how well it worked). But I've been down this road with him about 7 times. It just doesn't get better and I'm left mentally exhausted.
When I found this website, it was a turning point for me. I found people who I could relate to who found some value in my accomplishments. That's all I wanted, just to feel like my life is worth something to someone - including myself. Everytime I come to work, I feel great knowing I've got a good thing here. I'm always confident. Everytime I go home, I'm on the defense explaining why I did this or how I felt I needed to do that. It's just not worth it. I've lost myself.
I'm a strong woman - that's why he liked me to begin with....but he also doesn't like me because of it and I'm being held down when I should be enouraged to do what makes me happy. In a relationship, if your partner is NOT enouraging and supportive, there's a problem.
I'm putting myself out there, but if I can help one person with my misery - that makes it worth it to me. I don't wish this crap on anyone. I'm totally uprooting my household. It's a HUGE inconvenience - and scary....but I have one goal in sight and nothing's going to stop me now. ....
GG - thank you for your support (feel like Bartles & James-lol). Thank you all for your support. You have NO idea how much it means to me!![]()
All of you are so amazing! I couldn't ask for a better group to share with! - even though it is sometimes embarassing!!Roonytunes said:SG, just wanted to let you know that you have my 100% support in whatever you decide to do. Your happiness is #1.
To me, you are an amazingly strong, kind and determined person.I saw you reach your cutting goal despite whatever life brought your way. You showed such generousity and kindness by being the first one to step up to send IP and Nelms a care package. I see you being a loving and caring mother to your daughter (loved how you accompanied her and her bf for V-day and sat at another table). Not to mention, you are a successful business owner and it seems like you are very independant and know how to take care of yourself. You have nothing to worry about...you will come out of all of this just fine!!
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scorpiogirl said:I'm a strong woman - that's why he liked me to begin with....but he also doesn't like me because of it and I'm being held down when I should be enouraged to do what makes me happy. In a relationship, if your partner is NOT enouraging and supportive, there's a problem.
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