Your Age: 51 +
Length of Relationship : 11 - 20 years
How long ago did the betrayal occur?: Recently - less than 30 days
How did you learn about it?: My sister in law told me about it.
Describe how you are feeling now, or how you felt when you found out.:Betrayed, angry, blindsided, depressed, anxious.
How have your normal habits changed (eating, sleeping, etc)?: Not eating or sleeping much. Isolated myself.
What are you using to cope with your emotions? Is it working for you?:Drinking, smoking mj.
What are your next steps?: Exercise, wearing makeup again, get counseling.
What emotions have come up for you as you've been going through this? (select all that apply): Shock/Disbelif, Anger, Sadness, Alone, Replaced, Devalued, Betrayed, Invisible
What emotions are missing from the list?: None
What advice would you give to others in this situation?: Never trust 100%
What else would you like to share?: I'd been with him 15years. I trusted him 100%. I was devastated when I found out. Depression, anger, anxiety hit me all at once. I didn't want to feel bad anymore so I took up drinking.