Divorced and learning who I am outside of being someone's husband

1w ago1 min read

Married for 12 years and we just couldn't make it work. It's been two years since the split and I'm in a weird place. Some days I'm excited about new possibilities, other days I miss the routine and having someone there. I'm figuring out what I actually like doing when I'm not trying to compromise with a partner. Started woodworking which I love. My relationship with my kids is actually stronger now because I'm more present with them on my days. I don't know what the future looks like but it doesn't terrify me anymore.

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CChrisRegular1w ago

Two years out is a good place to be. You've had time to process and now you're actually figuring out who you are again. That's the real work right there.

JJustinRegular1w ago

That's heavy stuff but also the beginning of something real. Finding yourself after 12 years is no joke. What have you discovered so far?

DDerek M.Regular1w ago

Single dad of two here and I get the identity shift. It's weird being responsible for everything but there's also freedom in it. You're doing the hard work of figuring it out which puts you ahead of a lot of guys.