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#RI-6a6b0706·7 months ago·
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divorced my husband after 20 years

My husband left me after 20 years of marriage, citing unhappiness despite my efforts to make him happy.

What I wish I knew
"His unhappiness was not about me, but about himself."
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't try to fix your partner's unhappiness; seek help for yourself instead."
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High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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