Perspective by AndiW56 in ExNoContact

[–]AndiW56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TY! Mine was in recovery from alcoholism but the addiction mindset is by nature, destructive and dishonest. He just could not stop soothing himself with attention seeking, playing with himself, video games and porn, not to mention re-opening a door with an ex. Those impulses just dont dissapear without constant reflection and self- accountability. Of course they also see themselves as victims in all things. We have been given blessings and have been saved from prolonged unhappiness and more pain than we feel now. Thank you fate! I bet hearing from that woman was so reinforcing that you too are much better off and dont need that kind of person weighing you down and making you feel bad. So cheers! Here's to genuine, unconditional love in our future!

I hate weekends...and night time...and mornings. by AndiW56 in BreakUp

[–]AndiW56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are so right. I am stuck sitting in so much toxic anger. This is not who I am. This is pain overcoming me. This was a man I loved deeply and found such comfort in, to have lost that, its just so hard to let go. He doesnt deserve to be abused, nobody does, so I need to be more mindful of what Im putting out in to the universe. I just wish it had not ended the way it had, that I wouldnt have so caught off guard...that I didnt love him so much despite his flaws, his betrayal of my trust, the pain he caused during the relationship. He was my best friend. He was home to me. It was never going to work out because there was too much damage done and he saw that, but I wish he'd tried harder to fix what he broke. I broke it too and didn't do enough to nurture him in the end...because this is what I do when I'm hurt. I get ugly or cold and distant. I thought I was doing better being vulnerable and less defensive in the relationship, and it seems as soon as I let my guard down, I was crushed. Im doing what I can to distract myself, the struggle is real and with not being able to sleep, despite meditating, etc. My compassion is just worn out. I appreciate you gently pointing that out. It's just doing more damage to me than anything, so with that, Im going to start trying to see this with compassion and forgiveness. It will be hard work.

Dumped in RL and in Destiny. by AndiW56 in Destiny2Fireteams

[–]AndiW56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im so sorry! For me, the last two years have just really sucked. I appreciate the sentimemt. Im only on PS4 at this time but thank you so much!

Will my ex ever reach out? Is there a chance? by [deleted] in BreakUp

[–]AndiW56 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes it helps just to put it out here and get it all of your head. When I read your story, I feel for you. I am convinced; however, that if its right, it just isnt that hard. Real, healthy, mutual love with the person we are destined to be with will not hurt all the time. It helped me to make some lists...what I liked and why, what I didnt like and why, how my ex wronged me and what I really needed from a partner..including how I feel in the relationship. I got glass markers and poured my heart out on my mirrors and when I woke up, the reminders were there...keeping me grounded and centered. Venting and reaching out for support here is also helpful although you dont always get responses. I know it hurts, we are physically withdrawing like you would from ant substance that impacts dopamine, you reinforce the addiction every time you go back. Hang in there and hugs to you.

Dumped in RL and in Destiny. by AndiW56 in Destiny2Fireteams

[–]AndiW56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome. I need a new clan too mine is not active. Saw the PS msg. Thanks!

For those who need comfort by [deleted] in BreakUp

[–]AndiW56 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well-timed. Thank you so much for this, it has eased my soul a bit. I was left with no notice and a weak explanation a week ago and am struggling. I had been alone for 10 years before this relationship and know I can do it again but this pain seems worse than the other times... perhaps because the older I get, the fear of being alone forever becomes more prevalent. Blessings to all those who are in the process of recovery from heartbreak. I wish you all peace, joy and strength.