the one way to detach is when you realize you CAN be happy without him.
Then, trust me on this, you will be free.
A partner is a want, not a need. I suffered so much the first months, like I couldnt' breath, not knowing how I could make it one more wk without him! I just could not imagen a future without him in it. But you MUST make plan B:what if he never comes back. Then, and only then you'll find the confidence and courage to wait in this limbo.
Be not afraid...I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten Joel2
30something 2kids survivor of S, MLC, A, D I have peace in my heart, at last.