My girl of 14½ years left me today

Feb 17, 2023 4:51 AM

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Sorry Imgur, I really mean I'm sorry bc there's so many of these posts, but I literally have noone else in my life to talk to. I'm in such incredible pain it's beyond me.
My girl left me today and for a good reason.

Throughout our relationship I've been the best man I could be for her, supportive through college, raised her kids as if they were my own and gave them equal amounts of love, never hit her, never disrespected her during fights, and vice versa. She's the best thing thats ever happened to me. The reason I bring up the good side of me is bc the negative side of me that pushed her away was not even on purpose.

I've been through a pretty traumatic childhood and it's manifested itself into a pretty fucked up depression that I've been battling for a long time. It wasn't as bad when we first got together, but due to fucked up recent life events, it drove me deeper. She tried to help by pushing me to find counseling but I put it off for life responsibilities (excuses). It wound up seeping into our relationship and when we'd argue it'd manifest itself. Again, I never directly hurt her, but indirectly did by not seeking help.

To be fair to myself a bit, she had her issues as well. The thing is, I was her 1st real and long relationship and I coached her through her issues, helping her find help, to become a better person, a better mom, etc. I just never gave myself that same effort/attention.

She did mention that she's leaving me to improve her mental health situation bc we keep falling in the same cycles and she's put my name down for mental health help. She said "maybe" sometime in the future we can reconnect but she just wants to improve her state first.

I get it, and I really feel for her, feel guilty, and want whats best for her. It just hurts so fuckin bad right now and I've never had anyone in my life besides my mother (who died a few years ago) and her to hold me through rough patches. I just want a hug so fuckin bad right now. Although this maybe selfish, what kills me deeply is that when I opened my heart to fall in love with her, I promised her I'd be with her through thick and thin. Support and hold each other up. For all the times I did that for her, it cuts so deep that she's leaving now.

Sorry again you guys, I just needed to vent somehow. A buddy of mine recommended to confide in a close female friend to gain some perspective. Idk tho, this is day 1 and I'm falling apart and just want a bit of empathy and comfort.

If you have a loved one in your life, give them a hug.

If this spirals off deep into the void, I'll watch it go flying by.

*EDIT*
Well I took the advice everyone and my inner circle gave me... I have an appointment coming up for counseling. On top of that I've gotten a couple service numbers to call for comfort when times get a dark. I'm still crumbling apart bc EVERYTHING in my home has her tied into it someway. This weekend is planned on packing up/cleaning. Ty you guys for your verbal support.

hug, I'm right there with you. You can get through this, even if it hurts like hell.

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Get yo shit together. Get it all together, put it in a box and take it to a professional. Get yourself better. You got this.

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

You need to have a chat about “maybe”. Either you say we have a break (not see other people) and we work on ourselves or it’s over.

3 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 2

I truly hope you take time to work on yourself. Learn to live with your dark companion in a way that is functional. I feel you tho.

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3 years ago | Likes 41 Dislikes 0

You're on the right path. Be the best person you can, therapy will be awesome and it will suck horribly, but keep going. Find who you are.

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

sending you hugs. it's truly hurtful at the beginning. feel the hurt, don't suppress it! you will be fine.

3 years ago | Likes 96 Dislikes 1

3 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

I feel for you OP. Take it one day at a time. Dont let everything overwhelm you. Life has a way of giving and taking things away. U got this

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

It seems like you need to go to therapy and fix your stuff. Maybe things will resolve with her, maybe they won’t, but you’ll be better off

3 years ago | Likes 227 Dislikes 0

Agreed. My relationship reached a fever pitch lately because I put off getting help. Working on myself now before it all crumbles.

3 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

100% agree. OP needs to work on themselves first - then see how life is. It's hard but the right thing to do.

3 years ago | Likes 18 Dislikes 0

@op EVERYONE needs therapy. I put mine off too and lost a lot. Get it now before you repeat the cycles in the next relationship

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3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I struggle with depression as well and what you described is exactly why I fear relationships. I hope you can find what you need and make

3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

yourself feel better. The sun always shines after rainy days.

3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I'm going through something very similar. 9 years we were together, but I just couldn't get my life together. In the end I drove her away.

3 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 1

I feel like I wasted so many years of our lives because I was too proud and selfish to admit that I was lost and depressed.

3 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

Advice from someone who had to leave her soulmate for mental health: respect her boundaries, don't stalk, don't let your thoughts get dark.

3 years ago | Likes 68 Dislikes 1

Are you the guy who punched the drywall because of a Superbowl ad?

3 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 2

It's exhausting to base your life on how much you can stand. Trust me- don't be like THIS:

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3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

learning to be alone and not lonely and having a relationship with myself first is where my life started. treat yourself like a friend

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3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

No need to apologize. You are expressing your grief. Please take it day to day or hour by hour. Seek support. Focus on self-preservation

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Hydration, nutrition, sleep and fresh air.

3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I'm really sorry. Massive hugs. Heartbreak is horrible (and for that amount of time... It hurts). Take time to heal. Look after yourself <3

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3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Oh boy could this title be misinterpreted.

3 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 2

I was debating girlfriend or pet till I read it.

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I was going "I hope this isn't a Matt Gaetz joke"

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Brooklyn 99 moment until read

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

It's hard but maybe now is the time to start therapy. I was the one who left after 16 years because he was blind to his problems and

3 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

Still is. He saw our marriage crashing and still chose not to go to partner therapy. What should I do? I chose me and went last year.

3 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

Maybe shoot for someone a little older.

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3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Not the time, read the room.

3 years ago | Likes 17 Dislikes 0

isnt humor the best medicine? (in all honesty i first read it as the gf was 14yo, had to do a triple take

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 3

As someone that has to constantly work on myself, do not use that "maybe" as a focus. This is YOU time. Take that dip that we do then>

3 years ago | Likes 514 Dislikes 1

I second this.

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

@op she's doing this to take care of herself it sounds like. You should too. Try talking to someone, or try shaolin.online it's helped me.

3 years ago | Likes 40 Dislikes 1

EXPENSIVE

2 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

True. This might be the first instance I've encountered of someone sharing even a touch of Buddhism here.

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3 years ago | Likes 151 Dislikes 2

I could go on ad nauseum, but just take this, until YOU feel right, you aren't right for someone else.

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3 years ago (deleted Mar 2, 2023 10:55 AM) | Likes 0 Dislikes 0

I was a fucking monster while dealing with my depression and taking whatever drugs to try to cope, instead of seeking help. You gotta use..

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

..this time to work on yourself as they said. You can't make a relationship work if you don't have a good relationship with your self.

3 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

If you need to talk just know we're here to listen/give advice/ or just scream into the void with ya

3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

As crazy as this sounds, she left you for the "right" reasons. Not that you were "bad" to her, but you both need to focus on yourselves >

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3 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Yes, you need to vent and maybe yell and cry. I do understand. And there is no quick fix I’m sorry to say. And this old man is here to tell

3 years ago | Likes 67 Dislikes 0

You that maybe your separation is a good thing. It sounds like you’ve both made promises to each other that were not quite kept. Think now

3 years ago | Likes 28 Dislikes 0

How if you get back together, what you could do different or try harder to make it successful. Or you might decide that you tried your best.

3 years ago | Likes 24 Dislikes 0

Sir? I strongly believe that those people can be back together again if they completly move into another place but both letting situations >

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

& other people expectation back, some times relatives are the biggest issue & it masks as "an issue which both have as a couple".. >

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I wil love to read your opinion. Thank you.

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I know this is hard and everything hurts, but this stood out: "We keep falling into the same cycles", "she signed me up for mental help."

3 years ago | Likes 50 Dislikes 0

/2 Sounds like she's trying to break that cycle and look out for both of you. Get the help; you deserve to live happily without childhood

3 years ago | Likes 49 Dislikes 0

/3 trauma sucking all the joy out of your life. Give yourself the same care and attention you gave her. It might feel like the end of things

3 years ago | Likes 38 Dislikes 0

/4 But it's a chance to start healing. Take care of yourself, try not to blame her, and hugs from one trauma survivor to another <3

3 years ago | Likes 33 Dislikes 0

I think OP knows this, and it's why they put it in the OP--and I'm not mocking you, I'm agreeing and hoping they do get the help they need.

3 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

It honestly sounds like the GF made the right move and they can both improve, now, whether they get back together or move on.

3 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I can relate to your situation more than you could possibly know. I feel you brother. I really do. You have all my sympathy.

3 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Thank you

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I don't know how your situation is regarding friends to talk to, but feel free to send me a PM if you want to chat.

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

1st off ty for offering, and I'm sorry if this sounds unappreciative, but I'm finding myself having a tough time talking to men about (1/2)

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

This situation. I find it more comfortable talking to women. Sorry again if this sounds unappreciative but I do appreciate your offer

3 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Not at all! :) Do what you feel most comfortable with.

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