I'm so sick and tired of being the parent in this relationship

I can't believe a simple conversation asking him to be there for me (regarding a non-relationship matter) has turned our night sour (as it usually does). I'm so saddened that I don't have anyone I can confide in. I'm constantly babysitting. I just feel so alone...

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Carissimi · F

If this is a one off, then maybe give him the benefit of the doubt. If it’s a pattern of behavior, then I’m sorry to say that you are with the wrong man. The rest is up to you. Harsh, I know, but true.

airzzm · 41-45, F

@Carissimi I appreciate your comment. Unfortunately not a one off. Instead an on-going cycle years in the making. You're correct. I have a responsibility with next steps. Why is it so hard? Am I just too comfortable where I'm at? I'm not doing what's right for me right now. I need to do something...

Carissimi · F

I understand. It’s highly complex and really scary to make big changes, especially if you have children or pets. I wasted 25-years of my life waiting, but all that happened was I grew old, and things got worse. It just about broke me, and I’ve never been the same since. @airzzm