I sure felt better when I took my ring off compared to first separation when I didnt. Then, I had believed it stays on until D no mattr what. It's a personal choice but it made me so angry after 'piecing' blew up -and I didn't want to have the symbol tarnished by the current months. Put it away where it might not collect my grief and anger, and felt free to move on.

Yes, as you say, I've found it sends a msg to those who would otherwise politely ask.

I'm sorry, Rip.


Mid 30's
Psych-abusive M with violent tantrums from XH
D 9/15; NC forever on

You can't DR your way out of abuse.