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Am I the only one who basically avoids their Dh?

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Muststopdrinkingfizzystuff · 01/08/2026 18:36

In a difficult relationship, but unable to get out, at least for now (very complicated)
Have Dc, light of my life.
I’m able to be strong and keep ok by sort of avoiding him.
I have my work, friends, Dc.
Weekdays are the easiest as it’s the least amount of time together.
Weekends can be difficult, but Dc mainly plays with friends so works in a way.
I have mainly just kept going like this. We are fine in front of my Dc, but sit in separate places when she is not there, for example.

Recently i’m feeling very lonely and thinking back to my younger years and previous boys/men who were after me and wanted to be with me and now i’m so alone.
I want that love and togetherness others have

I have friends who are also not happy.

I didn’t think when young that this was how my family life would be, feel sad for my Dc too.

Does anyone else live like this?

OP posts:
bestcatlife · 11/08/2026 10:41

Those saying it’s easy to leave are wrong. Unless you can afford to purchase your own house alone, you’re at the mercy of private landlords, many of which don’t accept children. Rents are very high and there are many people going for the same property. Council housing almost impossible to get, families are living in hotels for months or even years before being housed. It’s best to have a plan, if you can. If you need to leave immediately, contact women’s aid who will advise.

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