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To help you navigate AngryExWife, I have separated the stages for where to begin, but I strongly recommend you read stories that you don’t think are relevant to you. Life likes to throw curve balls, and I want you to be prepared.
I am miserable in my marriage and I don’t know if I want to stay or if we can make it work.
In the words of Matthew Pruen, divorce is a last resort, but in the words of my therapist, too many couples are considering divorce as a first resort. Working on a marriage takes time and commitment from both you and your spouse. Reasons for divorce vary from lack of physical contact and finances to a midlife crisis. If you are being abused, you will need professional support and planning.
- We need help in the bedroom.
- How your relationship with money can erode trust in a marriage.
- You don’t have to be married to do the work.
- A midlife crisis or have we grown apart?
- I don’t know why I am so disappointed and angry.
I started and I don’t know how this ends.
The divorce process can often feel like you are on the road to nowhere. Your need to get it over and done with and protect the children might not be the case. Slowing down and getting professional support can benefit you long-term.n might not be the case. Slowing down and getting professional support can benefit you long term.
- Advice from a divorce lawyer
- A mediator shares what she needs you to know
- A UK Barrister shares the process
- Divorce doesn't need to be quick
- Being nice might leave you worse off
How do I handle abuse?
Not all people in abusive marriages realise how controlling their spouse is until they try to leave, The ‘games’ people play need professional support and advice.
- Caron Kipping shares how important being prepared is when facing your abuser
- Struggling and out of hope? Both Parents Matter are committed to helping you
- Facing someone who is tricky, has narcissistic traits or is a narcissistic.
- There are divorce support groups you can reach out to
Children of Divorce
I believe this is one of the hardest things about divorce. Children live the consequences of their parents behaviour during the process and then life afterwards. Often caught in the middle, the impact is different at all ages, even as adults.
- Co-parenting your child during exams
- My dad can’t write me a birthday card
- As an adult I still struggle with my chidlhood
- The long term damage of infidelity and divorce
Whether you're considering divorce, drowning in the middle of it, or trying to rebuild years later, I’ve been through all the stages. After speaking to many people about how divorce has or is impacting them, there is something for everyone. To read more about my story head here.
Every story shared has helped someone on their divorce journey. If you want to share your story—anonymously—or have a conversation, reach out to contact@angryexwife.com or find me on IG, FB or TikTok @angryexwife or @lovelifeevolve