Yes, you are. It makes me think of how I was. I was so exhausted from years of stress (health, finances, job related, and family) and so depressed over the state of my M. I went into a type of crises mode that I believe is similar to MLC. And since you told about your W's past experiences, I can see it more clearly.
You know, when people get into that mental & physical condition where they can't get a sense of relief from their emptiness or unhappiness, they start looking for some kind of way to escape. Folks take various forms of outlet to escape their circumstance, often having very unhealthy and painful results.
Glad you ordered the book. I hope it helps.
It is not about what you feel should work in your M. It is about doing the work that gets the right results. Do what works!