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Tacori E-ring|1478207565|4093391 said:Divorce is really hard, no matter what the reason. It really is like a death. My advice is to be kind to yourself. I think no one really knows how they will react until they are in the situation. I took time to heal after my divorce. It was the best thing I could do for myself and my child. I will say, being on the other side, I am SO glad I finally looked after ME. Some relationships do not work. I was with my ex for a LOOOONG time. I am so happy and feel like through the process I really got to know who I was. Something I never really focused on in my 20s. Best of luck. You can do this.
Thank you for this. I'm so happy that you've been able to move on and get to know (and LOVE!) yourself as a result. You're right. This is a loss I have to grieve. I'm grieving my future, the loss of friends that I don't doubt is coming, and the loss of our shared home. I think I am in the denial stage. It feels like a dream. I never thought about this happening to me, not in this relationship. Like you, I am a counselor (I remember that from your other posts). It's hard to put ourselves first sometimes, isn't it? We are so used to looking after others. I need to put myself first. Thanks!