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Support » Heterosexual male being told his wife is bisexual - Please help » March 23, 2020 7:03 am

Laurence
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Hi Adam,

I am sorry you are going through this as its a truly miserable place to be. Its disorienting initially but things will become clearer with time as you acknowledge the change in circumstances.  My advice is that I would start to focus on you and your well being with laser like precision.  Your wife has chosen someone else.  It’s devastating and heartbreaking but waiting around a playing the choose me dance is not productive.  Look back through the old posts on this site and also on surviving infidelity and chump lady.  Our spouses behavior and our responses follow a well worn path.  The hardest thing to deal with I think is the inconsistency between what they say and how they act.  You’ve only been married for a relatively short time and already the vow forsaking others is out the window.

Be gentle with yourself, focus on you, take stock and begin to rebuild for better happier life ahead of you.
Good luck !

Support » Post divorce agreement. Reflection / Pain / Planning » October 2, 2019 9:47 pm

Laurence
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I don’t know if this helps but I was like you when my wife came out and had her affair.  The uncontrollable sobbing and feeling of helplessness and loosing the love of my life etc are very familiar.  But after 4 years I am in a very different place. I’m happier and more at peace with my situation.

Based on my own experience I would advocate for you or preferably her to move out.  I think she should be the one because actions have consequences and it’s not your job anymore to be part of hers. Obviously this should be done as part of negotiated settlement. For me living under the same roof for 8 months was like hanging around at a party after everyone had left. Awkward, inconvenient and boring.   The urges that you have to be physical with your soon to be ex are not helpful to you and really impede your healing.  In contrast to what others have said I think it’s worse to be physical with her than say going on tinder. If you do start dating you should be honest about your situation and that removes any notion of being unfair.  But honestly you should give yourself at least months to get your head together. 

I know that the pain is excruciating and it’s hard to see a future.  But in time the pain recedes and with that you glimpses and you will be in happier place.

Is He/She Gay » My stupid plan » August 9, 2019 9:43 pm

Laurence
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I would echo what the others have said - snooping will eat you up. You’re going to bargain with yourself about her behavior and what you think you know is going on. Also, don’t be surprised if she is doing this with full knowledge you naybe snooping.   Given how easy it is for people to use apps etc that you couldn’t access. My experience is the cheater and the AP have many options.
Take the high road and be strong.

Support » How did this happen? » August 6, 2019 5:41 pm

Laurence
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My advice wouid be i). While it’s possible your wife isn’t a lesbian and she is just going thru a phase and maybe a visit to a therapist would put your relationship  on a path to happiness.  But  in my experience it’s more likely that there is a fundamental change here that is irrevocable.  I would recommend therapy for you and not couples therapy. ii) don't ever reveal what you know and how you came to find out.  Chump lady is a good resource.

Is He/She Gay » Bisexual or a Lesbian? » June 13, 2019 8:56 pm

Laurence
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Your situation sounds similar to what I experienced.  In my case the splitting hairs re lesbian and bisexual was said just to give me a little hope while she carried on with affair and they decided how they were going to exit the marriages.

Be alert about being manipulated and think carefully about what your needs are and if they are being met.

Support » Could this be a really bad Mid-Life Crisis » April 13, 2019 8:09 am

Laurence
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Dansm15 wrote : Just because she's Bi or Gay doesn't mean that your marriage can't work.

My advice is think carefully about what you want and what you're willing to do stay in a relationship with someone when they have indicated quite clearly that you are not their priority.

General Discussion » Breaking News: My wife is a lesbian - Now I have questions » March 10, 2019 11:51 am

Laurence
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Hi Z,  sorry that you’re here.  I would add a couple of things.  Firstly,  the anger, grief etc will dissipate over time.  Now I’m so glad to be out of that relationship and being divorced was the best option for me and the kids.
Secondly,   Making momentous decisions about finances etc is tough when your in so much pain etc.  The flip side is that your spouse is likely feeling on top of the world. So get yourself good legal advice because your wife is likely to Be way ahead of you. I think it’s good to take the high road and be fair etc.  but don’t be a doormat.  Your feelings will change over time.
Be gentle on yourself and it does get better !

Support » Giving Ultimatums: Are they a waste? » February 7, 2019 4:44 pm

Laurence
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If you’re going to give an ultimatum you probably should at least be prepared for an outcome you don’t want.   In my case they were useless.  This should be about them going the extra mile to win your trust back.  Not you having compromise on the very thing you’re holding onto to save the relationship.

Support » How do I survive this? » January 29, 2019 9:16 pm

Laurence
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Congratulations!! 

I thought your post is an excellent counterpoint to the title of the thread. I’m glad you found someone to share your life with.

General Discussion » will you still need me, will you still feed me when I'm 64 » January 26, 2019 9:40 am

Laurence
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Happy birthday Lilly

Its certainly different when you get older and for me it’s been so much better.  So as far as that’s concerned  I am glad I’m no longer with my gay GID spouse. But I do regret that we will not be growing old together in the sense of being a couple/family.

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