Originally Posted by markos
For a woman in an abusive marriage, Dr. Harley says Plan A does not need to involve meeting emotional needs. It is enough to refrain from demands, disrespect, and angry outbursts, and to make it clear that you are willing to meet your husband's emotional needs if and when he comes around to ending the abuse and meeting your emotional needs.


I don't honestly know if I'm in an abusive marriage or not, but if it turns out the answer is yes, this statement is very helpful. Thank you, Marcos.


ME:50 HIM:53
MARRIED: 13 YRS, DATED 4 MONTHS PRIOR
HIS 2 KIDS: 30 & 25
OUR CHILD: 9
MOVING OUT & FILING FOR SEPARATION ??/??/??