Makes complete sense. One thing that is very frustrating from a hubby perspective is she expects me to mind read. If she is hurt or something bothers her she will not state it or if she does weeks later after festering. She doesn't this to avoid conflict. She also will NOT ask for help ever.

Yes I will be actively working on all of this through higher power and alanon. Unfortunately it will take some time. 6 months to a year and then life long after that