It's funny how similar our situations are but the way it unfolds in a different order... I hesitate to give advice, but I think what your H is realizing is all very good, and I hope you see some more movement like this!
I know it's hard not to say "DUH!" when he says something you've known all along... but as you said it IS so much better to relate truthfully even if it isn't what you want to hear.
Keep up the great work, girl and I wish you strength!