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36-40,
anonymous
writes:Yesterday, my husband and I decided that we cannot go on living together. For the time being, and for the foreseeable future, we have decided to end things after only about a year of marriage.Basically I am feeling really shattered right now, and have not slept in 2 days. Although it hurts like nothing I've ever experienced, I am realizing now that I have to start moving forward.Can anyone give me some advice about surviving a divorce? It would be nice to hear from people who have come to terms with their divorce, and are now on good terms with their ex's. I don't have much of a support system right now, so I need all the help I can get. I have pretty low self esteem and have become too dependent on him these last couple of years. Any advice would be appreciated.
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reader, anonymous, writes (3 May 2009): -Find a divorce support group - and commit to going (even when you don't feel like it).-Take care of yourself like your life depends on it -- it does.-Know that everything happens for a reason -- even divorce.-Look for the lessons as you go through the process -- there will be many.-Find something everyday that you are grateful for and focus on that.-know that there is life after divorce -- and that it is up to you to create it.-don't spend a fortune on lawyers -- see what you can do through mediation and do what you can by yourself.-become an advocate for yourself in this process -- it will serve you in every area of your life.Good luck
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reader, anonymous, writes (3 May 2009): Thank you very much for taking the time to respond. I'm gradually feeling a little less shell shocked :)
It's hard because I feel like I am taking a step back, but I need to finally take care of myself, I think. Thanks again for your help.
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