You've tried so much. From so many different angles. I have been wondering something for a little while, but was afraid to post it...
I know you've thought about leaving the house somehow, but decided against it because of all the responsibility you have. Have you ever considered asking him to leave? Not within an ultimatum, "work with me here or pack your bags." Just saying, calmly and friendly, "You are obviously unhappy here, and this is getting really hard on me too. If you're waiting for me to give you permission to leave, you have it, maybe you will be more happy."
I'm not saying you should do this. I know some people think living with your WAS is better than not, no matter what the circumstances. But, I was just wondering what your thoughts on doing something like this are.
And...have you been able to continue with the touching/opennes tactic for the full 2 weeks, or did you end up backing off?
