Sandi's Rule #6 "Do not ask for help from family members or friends. Don't discuss private matters with them that would upset your spouse."

Find your support people. An inner circle that you can trust and who will support you 100%.

I would never lie (why you went away) but you could always say "needed time away" - that way they aren't unnecessarily concerned about your dad.

The rest I would just deflect. That's what I did and I'm glad of it.

When I had convos with family or friends of my X - I always pretended that X was listening. That way I wasn't disparaging him or sharing too much.

Just be your wonderful, loving self to family/friends and lean on your own support group. Don't give W any ammo to use against you later.


Last edited by 97Hope; 01/16/21 04:58 AM.

ME47 XH44, S28 S24 S19

8/17-BD
IHS: 1/17-2/19
D FILED (ME): 7/19
D FINAL: 10/20
M23 T25
OW CONFIRMED: 01/21

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.