My wife talks about being empty inside. Says she knows that she maybe depressed but will not act on this by going to a doctor or councillor. I just listen but at time im very worried about her she makes comments like "if im still alive" and if the kids have any issues she seems to blame herself and will show signs of selfharm. This is all new behavior within last 8months to a year. Who do i turn to the MIL has blinders on she just believes marriage needs to be over for her xaughter to get better.
THAT IS NOT GOOD!!!!!! My W went through that after our S was born. "Empty inside" was exactly how she described it. Had no feelings. Felt like an empty shell. She had to get on A/D's to get back to her normal self. Now she's afraid to quit taking them. This puts you in a tough spot because it sounds like your W needs help, but she doesn't want it from you. And any attempt you make to ask someone to intervene is likely just going to make her think you're "trying to rally the troops" against her. All I know to tell you is if she opens up to you about that then listen to her, and validate. Don't try to "fix" her, just listen. Read the sticky thread on validation, it's a good one.
