I Am Stronger Because of All I've Been Through

Tonight I'm not feeling strong. I'm feeling weak and scared. I can't stop crying. I'm usually positive, optimistic and not one to wallow... but, I guess being human I'm allowed to feel this way once in a while.

My husband and I are separated. Currently living in the same house but I need to just get the divorce and move apart. He has a new girlfriend and it is ripping me apart. It's not so much that I want him back but the fact he moved on so quickly. Like the past 22 years with me meant nothing...

Everyone says I will be okay. Most days I believe it... tonight I'm struggling.

One day, some man will see my worth and treasure me. I've always given more than I've gotten. Just once I want to feel what it's like to get that in return...

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SW-User

Your heart sounds like it's too strong to just "move on."

You probably need/want a deeper love. Don't dig yourself in a hole thinking it will be easy. Go out there and have fun. Don't want a guy. Want friends. You'll meet good male friends.

Engage but don't attach yourself too deeply. You're wounded. I would say that you should let a new love grow organically... don't go searching for it.

Plenty of men will want to grow that love with you. It might just take some work to find one who is will worthy to root with.

Good luck.

TenderHeart · 46-50, F

I'm trying to just meet people now and create friendships. I'm telling everyone that I don't want to rush... I want it to be natural and let it evolve when it comes to that. Lots of people are in a rush these days it seems...

SW-User

Good luck to you!