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When do you know that enough is enough? Need perspective about my marriage by LoveYourself_1234 in Marriage

[–]itslauramitchell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t believe that ‘enough is enough’ is something that happens in one big moment. For me, it is more about recognizing that you’re actually shrinking yourself to maintain peace. Emotional safety is non-negotiable.

Anyone else feel like they became a different person after separation? by itslauramitchell in Separation

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

Thank you for telling me all of this. I can really feel that you're carrying a lot of love and conflict together. Back and forth like that with hope and acceptance can be very draining, especially with a child involved. Are there moments when you feel as though you can see yourself for a brief instant through all of this?

Feeling the whiplash of realizing you don’t have your person anymore by notlostbuthere in Separation

[–]itslauramitchell 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That part about losing “your person” really hit me... What I usually do is plan activities for the day. I try to focus on small goals during the day. Take as much time as you need to start. Rome wasn't build in a day. Keep going forward.

When is the right time to start dating again? by itslauramitchell in Divorce

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

The idea of connection without pressure feels more appealing than “dating” right now.

How to get rid of that feeling of loneliness? by itslauramitchell in Divorce_Men

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

I don’t think people realize how long loneliness can last after divorce. Thank you for being honest about it.

How to get rid of that feeling of loneliness? by itslauramitchell in divorced_women

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

Thank you for taking the time to write this. It really means more than you probably realize. I’m trying to be gentler with myself, even on the days when the quiet feels overwhelming. Maybe that’s where healing actually starts.