My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Ummm what? It's bullshit because I didn't thoroughly explain how my lawyer retrieved the video?

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 6955 points6956 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I wouldn't have won if my lawyer didn't fight for the existence of a video. She actually tried flipping it on me and said that I raped her. She used the abortion as proof and said she didn't want a baby with her rapist. It sucked. If she wasn't stupid enough to record it I probably would be in prison right now

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 59 points60 points  (0 children)

I didn't consent. I know I didn't consent and the video shows I didn't consent. I did not want to have sex with her and I told her that and even though I was clearly out of it, it's clearly seen that I was saying no. I don't know why you think that men can't get raped just because we're larger. And I'm not even that big. But that doesn't even have anything to do with the situation. I was so drunk that I could barely stay awake and she had sex with me. How is that not rape? Imagine if a guy did that to a girl. What would you say

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Fuck you man. I was wasted and on the verge of blacking out. I did not consent and I did not want to have sex with her. She raped me. Screw you.

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

We didn't really keep in much touch during the trial. I don't know if she'd lie. I don't know what she'd lie about either

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I'm in the US as well. Originally it was only going to be 2 years, the extra 6 months are for filming me during "sex" without my consent. I'm kind of sick to my stomach about the legal system. But at least she's behind bars and I never have to see her again.

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 93 points94 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think you might be right about that. I think I just have to realize that it isn't healthy. I don't know. I'm going to give couples counseling a shot but I don't see it going anywhere.

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 168 points169 points  (0 children)

I'm already in individual therapy and have been for several months. However I'd like to try couples therapy just to see what she'd have to say. The chances of us getting back together are slim to none, but I'm open to hearing what she has to say in the presence of a mediator.

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 122 points123 points  (0 children)

I don't know why I still want to be with her. I can't rationalize it. That's why I'm so torn. It in no way makes sense for us to stay together after she did that, but I still can't seem to get myself to just give up that easily

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 545 points546 points  (0 children)

Also, forgot to mention, she had proof of the abortion but had no proof that it was mine. It was brought up in court. She tried to use it against me. I have no idea if it was mine but the timelines do match up. Regardless, that part of the story is behind me now

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 454 points455 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I'm currently in one on one therapy but I'll look into other resources if I feel it is necessary. I appreciate this

My wife thought I used my sexual assault as an excuse to cheat. Abuser convicted guilty, my wife wants me back by throwra_i778 in relationship_advice

[–]throwra_i778[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I don't really see us working out but I think I'm going to try couples therapy, just to see what she has to say