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@u/ClumsyMusicabout 2 months ago
marriagedivorce
"still fighting for marriage"
separated after years together, decided not to pursue couples therapy
What I wish I knew
"what was going on in her mind"
Advice

"it's okay to keep trying, even if the other person doesn't want to"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/YVLTrillyMoabout 2 months ago
marriageinfidelity
"sent a text message to another woman"
my wife found the text message and wants a divorce
What I wish I knew
"the consequences of my actions"
Advice

"accept responsibility and make sense of the situation"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/GoofyGoober8647about 2 months ago
marriagecommunication
"I think I have to leave my husband"
He's always on his tech, doesn't communicate, and doesn't help with kids. I feel like a single mom.
What I wish I knew
"He's not willing to change."
Advice

"Communicate openly and honestly, or don't expect a relationship to work."

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Novel-Ambassador2498about 2 months ago
marriageabandonment
"waited 10 years"
partner abandoned me and our child
What I wish I knew
"communicate more effectively"
Advice

"seek counseling before giving up"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/WhiteOwl_996about 2 months ago
marriageunfair distribution of household responsibilities
"I think I hate my husband"
I feel exhausted, resentful, and alone due to unfair household responsibilities
What I wish I knew
"I wish he understood how draining my days are"
Advice

"Communicate openly with your partner about household responsibilities"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/ideaofrhymeabout 2 months ago
marriageInfidelity
"My husband cheated on me"
He left me for a younger woman after confessing to infidelity
What I wish I knew
"Relationships with younger women are a red flag"
Advice

"Don't ignore infidelity, it's a deal breaker"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/4Mag4numabout 2 months ago
marriagelong-term
"married on a hot summer day"
experienced good and bad times, loss of a child
What I wish I knew
"nothing"
Advice

"stay committed"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u/TheIconicProfessorabout 2 months ago
marriageunhappy marriage
"Tolerating an unhappy marriage"
Wife became unpleasant, made no contribution to raising children
What I wish I knew
"Recognize unhappiness sooner"
Advice

"Communicate and address issues before they escalate"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Substantial-Pea-5842about 2 months ago
marriageCommunication
"Husband shares work experiences excessively"
Husband's constant sharing of work experiences makes me feel left out and resentful
What I wish I knew
"How to politely tell him to stop sharing"
Advice

"Communicate your feelings and set boundaries"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Appropriate-Line-319about 2 months ago
marriagetoxic
"stayed in toxic marriage 17 years"
felt emotionally drained, threatened by spouse
What I wish I knew
"acknowledged signs of toxicity sooner"
Advice

"seek support before making a decision"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Sad_Lychee1158about 2 months ago
marriageAnxiety
"Married too soon"
Feeling anxious and questioning the marriage, impacting intimacy
What I wish I knew
"Trusted my instincts before marrying"
Advice

"Communicate openly about doubts and fears"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Such_Substance4245about 2 months ago
marriageinfidelity
"my husband is attracted to his young employee"
my husband is hiding his feelings for his employee, causing tension in our marriage
What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew he was attracted to her before"
Advice

"be honest with your partner about your feelings and actions"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Melodic_Bake_7878about 2 months ago
marriagetoxic relationship
"Tried couples therapy, then trial separation"
Partner used therapy as a weapon, destructive patterns returned
What I wish I knew
"Healthy relationships exist"
Advice

"Set boundaries, prioritize self-care"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/BenchMain5881about 2 months ago
marriagedivorce
"wife wants out of marriage"
wife blindsided me with divorce text
What I wish I knew
"I should have been more aware of marriage issues"
Advice

"communicate openly to avoid divorce"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/KN-KYU3 months ago
marriageinfidelity
"married him after 9 years"
He cheated on me emotionally and lied about his past relationships, and now he has a Tinder profile
What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew about his past infidelity before marrying him"
Advice

"Be cautious of people who lie and cheat, even if they seem perfect"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Patient_Possible_7543 months ago
marriageInfidelity
"Stayed in marriage despite knowing wife's infidelity"
Wife left me after 39 years together due to my last blowup and her infidelity.
What I wish I knew
"That her infidelity was the root cause of our problems."
Advice

"Communicate openly and honestly with your partner about your feelings and concerns."

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Warm_Significance1543 months ago
marriageCommunication
"Want to leave unhappy marriage"
Feeling trapped in unhealthy relationship, prioritizing family over personal life
What I wish I knew
"How to communicate effectively with partner"
Advice

"Communicate openly and honestly with partner, seek support from friends and family"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Opening-Cupcake-32873 months ago
marriageunhappy relationship
"stayed in unhappy marriage"
I've felt miserable with my husband, blamed work and now homeschooling for my discontentment
What I wish I knew
"I wish I'd left the marriage sooner"
Advice

"Consider seeking help and possibly leaving an unhappy relationship"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Economy_Row27083 months ago
marriagedivorce
"left partner after argument"
left partner, they're pregnant with roommate's child
What I wish I knew
"asked about pregnancy before leaving"
Advice

"communicate openly before making decisions"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Status_Session61063 months ago
marriageFailed
"Married despite cult involvement"
Wife's cancer diagnosis led to loss of attraction and emotional distance
What I wish I knew
"Not marrying someone in a cult"
Advice

"Consider compatibility beyond immediate attraction"

8/10 regret
0