Sometimes it is so much easier to talk to strangers than others. You don't feel the need to watch what you say, nor do you feel you'll be judged. His younger pictures may be a way for him to protect his image, for if he's being truly honest, perhaps he's not ready to reveal himself.
I kind of dealt with something like this recently, and lord knows, it's not easy, but dealing with psychological issues is never an easy thing. Especially for men. Men do not like to feel "broken" and they do not like to ask for help. He may have been raised in a home where he was taught that it was his job to be the strong person in the home - the breadwinner. If he's dealing with these issues right now, then he can't be the strong one and he can't provide for you. So, this time is allowing him to get better so he can be the man he believes he needs to be. I know it's difficult, and it's admirable you want to remain by his side and help him, however, some men do not like help, and chose to work things out on their own. If your fiance is one of these men, this is going to be something you will always deal with when you deal with him. Keep in mind, men are not always aware of how they feel like us women are. Not only that, men do have difficult time admitting their negative feelings. Perhaps talking about your life together right now may make him feel as though he's let you down. I know it's hard and is wearing you down, but maybe instead of mentioning what is going on with your relationship, try telling him how proud you are of him for getting help and really just try to encourage him. Maybe if he feels as though he's making your proud, he'll be more open to you and be willing to talk.
I know this isn't easy...but sometimes us women forget that men are truly different beings that us. For a women, it's ok for us to ask for help or not be on top of our game, but for a man to deal with that same problem, he can feel weak and less than a man...which can really affect him.
*note - I don't mean to overgeneralize men and women...I was just trying to make a point - I know we're all different individuals!*
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