THeMaCHinE
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Val, I am sorry to hear how this is going. But not really surprised. Believe that there is still a chance. And thank God that you didn't marry this person and go through all of this when things were much more complex.
You are discovering things about those around you. Things that are not pretty. I suspect that you are discovering things about yourself as well. It may not seem like it, but you are undergoing a transformation, you are progressing into a more self-aware, confident and stronger individual -- even through all the craziness. You are not broken, you still have your kids, yourself and the truth. You need some space. Get away for awhile if you can.
Do not under any circumstances beat anybody up. That will work against you in court when dealing with custody/visitation preceedings. Plus there could be very real legal/financial ramifications. It won't feel good after it's done. You've done so well so far, and the desire to lash out is entirely normal, but you've got more control than that. If you wouldn't be proud explaining your actions to your child, then you should consider whether it's worth it to do it.
Get in counseling, get the book and plan "A", and start the inositol. Keep working out -- and when it gets really tough, "I am alive, I will survive" to yourself.
I know you can't see it, but you are a very strong man who is doing the right thing. Right isn't always easy, but you can never do wrong by yourself with it.
Hang in there my friend, and remember, you don't have to make any decision today, just wait it out. Things could very well still change.
You are discovering things about those around you. Things that are not pretty. I suspect that you are discovering things about yourself as well. It may not seem like it, but you are undergoing a transformation, you are progressing into a more self-aware, confident and stronger individual -- even through all the craziness. You are not broken, you still have your kids, yourself and the truth. You need some space. Get away for awhile if you can.
Do not under any circumstances beat anybody up. That will work against you in court when dealing with custody/visitation preceedings. Plus there could be very real legal/financial ramifications. It won't feel good after it's done. You've done so well so far, and the desire to lash out is entirely normal, but you've got more control than that. If you wouldn't be proud explaining your actions to your child, then you should consider whether it's worth it to do it.
Get in counseling, get the book and plan "A", and start the inositol. Keep working out -- and when it gets really tough, "I am alive, I will survive" to yourself.
I know you can't see it, but you are a very strong man who is doing the right thing. Right isn't always easy, but you can never do wrong by yourself with it.
Hang in there my friend, and remember, you don't have to make any decision today, just wait it out. Things could very well still change.