Hi Sox, do you remember what your signature line says?
Why did you stop living your life when your H came back home?
It sounds like he has to take the blame for being your anchor.
I found myself very productive while my H was MIA, and now as he is finding his way back I have to be aware of ME so that I don't fall into the trap of taking the easy way out and saying I couldn't because..... and then in my mind I blame H.
Live your life while you are still living. Riding the trail less traveled.