I found something yesterday lying under the couch, my self-esteem. Seriously, I have been doing a lot of thinking, reading, thinking, writing, reading, thinking and I realize something, ONLY I CAN HURT ME!
W is totally powerless over me.
This is really powerful stuff. It's so hard to GAL, etc, for YOU, while the end goal is always a successful M---it's easy to actually have the focus on the spouse (or your own failures in the R, etc). This doesn't do our self-esteem any good, obviously. I'm so glad for you that you've reached a place where you've found not only your control (your power---which is always in relation to another person), but perhaps your strength, which is just about you you you.[/quote]
Originally Posted By: Atlas
She can't continue to claim victim and confusion on my behalf.
This may be the ultimate 180. I hope the results for you are positive.
Originally Posted By: Atlas
I'm already meeting OW and I plan on starting dating prior to this going final.
Okay, maybe *that's* the ultimate 180! You're going to be great out there. Are you planning to start with the hot doctor lady?
Originally Posted By: Atlas
Bitter, a little. But I'm standing for me now.
Also no shots to take. Just a reminder that somehow we all have to find a way to let the bitterness go. Doesn't hurt your W a bit, just you (and kids) and your future Rs.
