Hey bluewave, I dont think that it has to be such a long-ass road to be honest. Life is about choices, don't get me wrong, i'm divorced in what is really 5 months since BD. And i will live and accept those consequences.
I started my journey on the forum around 05 April, 120% attached! But as I let go of her, gave her the freedom she wanted, and lost the control that I thought i had, i found peace, i found joy, i found calm and a clear mind. I see this in your last update. I am thankfully at 5% attachment now.
But the choice to let go early, and painfully, is key. Even you're still fighting for your marriage, make a decision and stick to it. No-one will find peace if they don't know what they're looking for.
Keep strong, we are all rooting for you!
Just cos things are going right, doesn't mean that they were always wrong.