My Support Forums - View Single Post - No infidelity, domestic abuse or substance abuse issues / Depression in Marriage

CANDC · Nov 30, 2020 at 05:10 PM

HI Christy567. Welcome to Psych Central. I am sorry you are having a rough time in your marriage. That must be so difficult especially with the kids to consider.

I am not sure this would help, but a friend of mine was challenged by their relationship. They were considering leaving but the kids were a big issue. Finances too. It costs a lot to live separately.

In their case, they got a therapist and asked them to help them build the life they want despite the difficult marriage. They did not suffer abuse, so that was not totally unreasonable. I guess what they did is keep a notebook of all the things they wanted to do if they were not in that relationship.

Then they went back and started doing ones that were possible even though married.

These may be of interest
Dealing with a Failed or Failing Relationship-The 6 Abilities You Need Right Now

Denying Relationship Problems: How to Fix it
@CANDC