Thank you Kelly. I’ve been in counseling for myself for almost a year now but couples counseling we have not tried yet, so I’m willing to give it a go.
I did over hear him talking to a friend of his at the weekend. Telling his friend that I am emotionally manipulating him. This definitely hurt to hear, I’m not trying to do that and I don’t feel like finally standing up for myself or my beliefs is emotional manipulation but I guess we will see what comes of the couples counseling. Ive Never threatened him with divorce to get what I want, I just don’t think that he likes that I am holding some of the cards now and he is having to compromise more.
I’m glad you found your happiness are were able to leave. I fear I will never be that brave to walk away from it.
Thanks.
Stay strong, don't waver from your choices or opinions because he is manipulating YOU. Of course he doesn't like it when you stand up to him or disagree with him.
I remember saying to my ex- repeatedly, that "just because I disagree with you, doesn't mean I'M wrong." Do what is right for you. You are not responsible for his feelings or reactions.