“Deciding whether to stay or divorce after 29 years”

Item: Deciding whether to stay or divorce after 29 years
Rating: 3
Author: u/Melkpakje7

What Actually Happened

We've been together for 29 years, but our marriage has been suffering for 5 years due to poor communication and lack of intimacy

What I wish I knew

"I wish I knew how to improve our communication and intimacy"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Consider seeking therapy or counseling to improve communication and intimacy in your relationship"

Regret Index

7/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

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relationship Category

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Same Outcome Band

14%

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