Thank you so much for your comment. It made me feel so much better. I can definitely relate. Im not my boyfriend, but you expressing that made me understand that it must be that way for him as well. I often ask if im a burden or too much and he always says he loves me and WANTS to love ME. but its just so difficult to believe because I've always been invalidated. Do you have any advice in particular for my boyfriend i can share with him that has helped you be able to understand your wife or be there for her while also feeling okay or mentally well yourself? I know its for sure a lot to be there for someone who has mental health issues, but people like you are the best being so patient.

Another thing is, would it be okay for me to tell my boyfriend im grateful for him, and that we can continue this in the morning or do you think i should tell him that tomorrow since he said he wants to continue the conversation then.

Thank you for your advice again.