Stories of being happier after divorce?

[Needinghopeandpeace]

Sorry I know this has been done to death but I have exhausted all the old threads.

My husband left me at the weekend after 18 years together, 10 married. He had an affair which I found out about last year after it had already ended. We had a good period trying to reconcile for a few months but he became increasingly distant/checked out and, when pressed on what was wrong, he said he didn’t think the marriage could be saved now that I knew about the affair. I honestly don’t think the affair is continuing. I know it’s probably the right decision but I am devastated.

Can you prop me up with any stories of how much better your life was after divorce?

I am now in a good relationship but would have also been happy single. I had zero expectation of being in a relationship and want looking for one /just getting on enjoying my new life and accidentally met good men.

Thank you again to everyone who’s shared their story. I’ve been reading every single one.

It’s crap that so many of us have found ourselves in this position, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone. But there’s something strangely comforting in not feeling so alone in it. Reading about your experiences, and seeing the strength and happiness people have found on the other side, makes it all feel a bit less overwhelming.