I was devastated my happily ever after had turned into my worst nightmare in a matter of seconds.
I can remember it so clearly.
It was a gorgeous summer day and I was about to hop in the shower when my phone rang.
The sound of his voice sent chills down my spine.
He told me to come to his house because he had something to tell me.
My heart sank to the bottom of my chest I thought he was going to call off the wedding.
What could be worse than that?
Once I arrived, he walked me to his bedroom and sat me down on the bed.
I stared at him blankly as tears streamed down his face and he told me abouthis infidelity.
My reality was shattered, but I couldnt process the thought of leaving him.
The wedding venue was already booked and his parents had just bought us our dream home.
So, I decided not to tell anyone, and we moved forward with the wedding.
I looked into his eyes and saw how proud he was.
I couldnt break his heart.
That was the moment I knew I would keep this secret forever.
But one year into our marriage, my husband did it again.
And then, again.
Four years later, I finally gained thecourage to leave.
Leaving was only the beginning.
Your fear of judgment and criticism is worth nothing compared to your happiness.
I was raised in a very traditional home and my family struggled once I left my husband.
But, at the end of the day, it was my divorce not theirs.
No person should ever make you compromise your own happiness.
Other peoples' opinions are reflections of them, not you.
The way you allow yourself to be treated is a reflection of how you value yourself.
High self-worth and self-love are key factors in attracting the right people into your life.
I was very secretive of my exs unfaithfulness because I did not believe I deserved any better.
But on the inside, I was empty and lonely.
Relationship boundaries should include mutual respect for each others opinions, needs, and feelings.
There should be a fair amount compromise, but you should never compromise yourself.
No person should ever make you compromise your own happiness.
It’s not about what’s being done to you, but what you’re doing to stop it.
I would tell her its not too late to leave.
You have two choices in life: be the victim or the victor.
You are worth fighting for.
You just have to set it free.
