The past few days/weeks have been the darkest days of my life. Sadly, my spouse (I have ADHD, spouse does not) has decided he wants to divorce and we filed in March. We are in our late 20's and do not have children.
I was looking at some old pictures of us the other day and nearly doubled over in grief. Despite all of our issues and pending divorce, he is still the sexiest and funniest person I know. I love the way his mind works and the clarity of his writing/thinking. I always loved talking with him and I'm dying inside knowing that our story is ending. I truly believe we have a once in a lifetime connection and have no idea how I'll overcome my grief.
Our condo closing is coming up soon (in early June). We are currently both living in the condo, though he is gone frequently. He is buying me out of the condo. I've never experienced this amount of stress and sadness in my life. I'm filled with guilt and remorse. I'm trying my best to cope & accept the situation, keeping busy working my 3 jobs (all pay under $11 an hour, but I like the jobs OK and people I work with) and talking with family members frequently. Since I work at schools, my jobs end and are unpaid over the summer.
I don't know whether I want to re-locate out of state. Family members are pressuring me to move to a larger, urban area where they live. I live in a small New England state and have a liberal arts BA. I don't know if re-location to a new state is the answer right now, if it will be good for me to get away from here where are of the marriage memories are, or if relocating to a new state without a job lined up will only heighten the stress. I've moved many, many times in my life (over 8 times, and I'm only 28). I don't have any family where I live right now. My family can really irritate me for various reasons, but they are trying to be there for me. My 2 closest friends are both out of the country. I'm also hesitant to relocate b/c I'm successful in my current full-time job, and I have had some job issues in recent years. However, my full-time jobs pays terribly (again, under $11 an hour). Despite my ADHD and office failures, I want more for myself than this.
They say you shouldn't make life changing decisions during a crisis, and I can see why...
It is a miserable game of ping-pong back and forth in my head, should I relocate to a new state or not? Ping pong, ping pong, ping pong. Being home is a really terrible experience,as I see all of our stuff, a reminder of all that I am losing and all that I've fucked up. I end up crying every night when I come home from work.
Lost & Sad...I would greatly appreciate some comments/thoughts on this.
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Submitted by lovehurtsalotwi... on
I am the non-ADHD wife of an ADHD husband.It's no easy marriage but we are trying to thrive.Have you tried meds? it would really help you to focus and then maybe you could see things more clear to make better decisions for your future.And talking to a coach near you could really help too.Maybe this would help you a lot if you just give it a try.If you have already please ignore that.
I hope that things improve for you.
good luck
from:lovehurts.
Hi. I'm sorry that you are
Submitted by PoisonIvy on
Hi. I'm sorry that you are going through this. The end of a marriage or other relationship is extremely stressful, no matter what the reasons. Can you find a support group in your area? Can you see a therapist or counselor? I don't know if moving right now would be a good idea, just because you are going through so many other changes. You will get through this, although right now, it probably doesn't seem that way.
thanks
Submitted by officefailure on
Thanks for the thoughts.
I'm really struggling b/c I only have a few weeks left to figure out where I'll be living. I'm forced to make a major decision regarding relocation during a divorce. I feel like I'm in crisis divorce mode, and I'm terrified of making a poor choice due to my current state of mind.
Needless to say, it sucks.
I Feel Ya'...
Submitted by Haps on
Office, I definitely feel your crisis and confusion. It's no easy spot to be in, and I'm just coming out of a similar situation myself. A few things that help me (when I remember them!) - 1) It won't last forever. Whatever you're feeling, it doesn't last. 2) You're much more capable than you're finding right now. Crisis throws our thinking off and it doesn't help keep a focused mind. While it's not fun, it's okay that this happens. 3) You probably have more options than is on your "short list" right now. Do you have a friend in the area that you could stay with to get over the hump? (I hear you about not making major changes for 6 mos!) Is there anyone on craigslist looking for a short-term subleaser?
I certainly understand how family can make ya' a bit crazy at times, too. ;) Hang in there... throw your ideas up here and let 'em rip. No sense in keeping them bottled up. I wish I knew about this back when things started going south for me. There are a lot of great folks on here who are incredibly supportive. ;)
...don't forget to breathe. ;)