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I cant stand my partner

90 replies

Mamabear9119 · 11/09/2021 17:05

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Abit of back story, I’ve been with my partner close to 10 years, we have a 3 year old and have lived together almost all of our relationship. When I felt pregnant he changed almost immediately, stopped working, stopped looking after himself, slept all day, and started sleeping on the sofa. Once I had the baby he went off the rails, always out, didn’t contribute or ever help me with the baby. He never done a night feed, or helped in any way during my recovery after birth where I had numerous complications. I had post natal depression and at one point was extremely suicidal. When I finally went to the doctors to get help he screamed at me for going because SS had to be contacted. He told me I was stupid for taking medication and eventually convinced me to come off them. During this time we had moved and due to him not working I had to support us all financially so I ended up in a significant amount of debt. From my daughter has been born we’ve never slept in the same bed and have rarely slept until together, he blames me for having my daughter in the bed however I was breastfeeding so it meant I got to sleep.

I’ve told him for two years how unhappy I am but he won’t listen, he just walks out or changes the conversation. The most recent time I tried to end it he told me I’m making him not want to live anymore and that he needs me and our child needs us to be together. When I kicked him out he had nowhere to go and was sleeping in the car which I felt awful for. His mother constantly makes excuses for him, but she won’t let him live with her.

He’s never cheated on me or give me reason to believe he has. He always tells me he has never been bad to me why am I so hard on him and I feel guilty.

I can’t stand my partner and I totally mean this. I hate when he talks, when he touches me, anything he does absolutely sends me into overdrive. He constantly pesters me for sex and the thought of it makes me want to run away, I have to be drunk to even go there. He has shocking personal hygiene, he never cleans, doesn’t lift up after himself, doesn’t pay any bills or give me any money towards the household. He sleeps all the time and can never hold a job. I’m so unhappy it’s actually draining the life out of me. Recently some of his comments have concerned me, he is a misogynist and it infuriates me. He has to know how unhappy I am but he’s ignoring it. I feel like he’s stealing my life, I’m so dreadfully depressed with this situation.

What can I do. Am I the wrong one? I don’t know if I’m being unfair like he says

OP posts:
Almostcooked2021 · 12/09/2021 12:03

I think you have already worked out what you need to do, and I appreciate everyone just saying kick him out. Doing this is obviously not simple and he won’t necessarily comply - I hope he does and I hope he can behave like an adult during the process.
You are strong enough to do this - be brave and stand up for your life and for your daughters. You will have a brighter future without him.
Wishing you all the strength - never been afraid to ask for assistance from others if he does not do as he is asked.

mbosnz · 12/09/2021 12:35

I can't stand your partner either.

His mental health, and how he survives, do not have to be your concern.

Your mental health, your daughter's, and how you two survive, does.

Are there people that can support you in GROTB?

DoesHePlayTheFiddle · 12/09/2021 13:17

I can't stand your partner either.

Love it!

Mamabear9119 · 13/09/2021 21:17

I’ve told him I need him to leave and he is. Thank you everyone. I can’t wait for my future now

OP posts:
ferando81 · 13/09/2021 21:28

Some people don’t deserve to be homeless but if he ends up homeless it’s totally his fault .I’m a man and think you should leave him

Mamabear9119 · 14/07/2022 18:15

I just wanted to give an update to anyone who cares lol, I’ve split with him 9 months ago. Since then I have a new job, I’m saving for a home, I’ve met my partner who is the hardest working man I’ve ever met. Life is amazing, thanks to you all I finally got the strength to walk away

OP posts:
LadyGardenersQuestionTime · 14/07/2022 18:17

Brilliant! stay strong.

movingon2022 · 14/07/2022 18:20

Dear OP, thank you so much for giving us an update on your situation. Your post made my day. It makes me so happy to hear that you got away and are living happy and fulfilling life. I wish you all the best. Onwards and upwards!!💕

CrossStichQueen · 14/07/2022 18:27

That's a fantastic update!!!!

I am assuming he found somewhere to live and didn't harm himself as he threatened?

OldFan · 14/07/2022 18:28

Yay well done @Mamabear9119 💪

pilates · 14/07/2022 18:31

Great update 😄

Lozzerbmc · 14/07/2022 18:34

I wouldn’t like him either. Someone very wise told me once you should only have a relationship with someone who enriches your life. He does not do that in any way shape or form. He is not a “partner” is he. You’ll be so much happier without him. him saying that he will hurt himself is just manipulation to get you to do what he wants.

SoulGuardian · 14/07/2022 18:37

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movingon2022 · 14/07/2022 18:39

@SoulGuardian and @Lozzerbmc OP has already left her husband and is thriving. She just left the update.

FetchezLaVache · 14/07/2022 18:44

I didn't see your thread at the time, but that means I get the satisfaction of a brilliant update immediately! Well done, OP.

SoulGuardian · 14/07/2022 18:58

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DenholmElliot1 · 14/07/2022 19:05

Mamabear9119 · 11/09/2021 17:14

I forgot to mention it’s my home, but he won’t leave no matter how much I beg

Just call the police if he won't leave!

Hutchy16 · 14/07/2022 19:05

Yeah he has to go. He needs to get professional help before you can re evaluate your life together.

you can fix your relationship (if you decide you want to) until he has fixed himself

CrossStichQueen · 14/07/2022 19:08

At least read the OPS update if you don't want read the thread...she kicked him out 9 months ago her life has improved dramatically 😁

cottagegardenflower · 14/07/2022 19:08

change the locks and put his stuff in bin bags.

cottagegardenflower · 14/07/2022 19:10

@CrossStichQueen At least we all got it right lol!

Hutchy16 · 14/07/2022 19:11

CrossStichQueen · 14/07/2022 19:08

At least read the OPS update if you don't want read the thread...she kicked him out 9 months ago her life has improved dramatically 😁

Haha I read a couple then got bored

CallOnMe · 14/07/2022 19:12

That’s fantastic OP!!

Just by your post it’s obvious how much more confident and happy you are!

Just be careful you don’t move too fast with the new man though.
You’ve only been separated a few months and need time to heal and work on yourself too.

Hutchy16 · 14/07/2022 19:12

Mamabear9119 · 14/07/2022 18:15

I just wanted to give an update to anyone who cares lol, I’ve split with him 9 months ago. Since then I have a new job, I’m saving for a home, I’ve met my partner who is the hardest working man I’ve ever met. Life is amazing, thanks to you all I finally got the strength to walk away

Glad things worked out for you :)

Cherrysoup · 14/07/2022 19:13

Fantastic update,OP, you must be delighted!