Here's the thing--no system can promise you control over another adult.

What we can control is us. DB has made me a better person and a better partner. The crisis in my marriage motivated me to dig deep in a way I wouldn't have otherwise.

In my case, DB also helped my marriage, but even if it hadn't I'd be better off because of it.


Me: 44
H: 44
Kids: 20, 16, 16, and 10
Together/Married: 22 years
H announced he was emotionally detached and considering D: 4/4/16
H announced he is going to try to stay and reconnect: 5/1/16