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I feel the same - I still want to be loved again. But I keep hearing that life isn’t easy for divorced women with kids. And I can’t seem to decide which is harder to face: staying in this familiar hell, or stepping into an uncertain future.
If you’re trying counseling/therapy and getting nowhere, you’ve probably just got to take the plunge and leave. Being in a household where the marriage isn’t working is stressful for the kids too.
Typical scare tactics. You definitely need an attorney though.
Part of the things to teach your child is to set and respect boundaries so if leaving is also part of that, it's time.
They'll also learn what it means to recognize when something is no longer going to plan, how t choose yourself when that's best, make a plan and act on it to keep yourself safe.
How you know is that you had to ask this question and already know it's abusive. Maybe the other person gets it together, maybe they don't but sticking around 'for the kids' only teaches them to accept abuse.
I think deep down I already know this. I’m just working on building the strength to act on it. Thank you for saying it.
First of all, I’m sorry you’re going through this painful process. I see you mentioned you’ve been living this for years and only those who have experienced this roller coaster of “trying harder” can understand how draining truly is. The trap about this dynamic is the intermittent reinforcement, the crumbs, the far few in between moments of “happiness” among a large amount of suffering. This is what keep us believing. You likely know that but I just want to say, this is an addiction/dependency and while the mind logically understands the toxicity, you can’t “will power” through it. You need a process, you need clear steps you can take when you doubt your decision, when you feel the urge to reach out to him and give him just another chance. As a Christian, God has been my rock in this process and along with a clear process, He has given me conviction that I tried all I could. He has strengthened me to have the hard conversations. To stand my ground when the natural dynamic tries to resurface. To give myself grace through the grief of the dreams of my heart. It’s hard, it’s painful but so much worthy. With one step at the time you get through the other side.
Now on practical terms: how are your finances? Is it all joint? If yes, this may be harder but if not, put money aside. No need for alarm, or communication about it. Just prepare. Keep things civil and neutral at home, so you don’t get caught into arguments. If you need to perform some hone duties that may not seem fair, dishes, cleaning, even for him as well, I’d say do it. While it may be painful, keep in mind you’re going to leave and this is just a moment of a hard patch until you can get out. This is a good way to detach and start your grieving process. As to kids, it all depends on their ages but I can say that kids are resilient and understanding. That doesn’t mean they won’t miss the idea of one big family but once they breath in the air with no turmoil their brain starts to understand the change is for the better. After all, remember you’re not alone! You’re doing what’s best for you and your kids! You’re a valuable person and anyone who don’t see or treat in such way should have no place in your life 💕