The List: Dawn Share’s Her Wants, Needs And Boundaries
I cannot be in a marriage that has proven to be anything other than dishonest. I cannot live with constant wonder if you are telling me the truth.
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Aira’s Story: I Want My Soul Back
This isn't a story quite like the others-- I pretty much destroyed a part of my soul to keep my marriage together.
Annie’s Story–Waiting For The Arrest
I am sharing because I can’t find another woman who’s been in this situation. But I am sure they are out there. My head is spinning and I feel so…
Pam’s Story: ‘Commit Or Quit’–Her Husband’s Shocking Response
Please do me a favor, commit or quit. The mere fact that you have asked to go on a trip like that and even threatened to book it any way (you obviously feel denied about it) has made me seriously question your commitment to your so called "recovery".
Michelle’s Story Of Her Husband’s Fetishes And Sexual Addiction
My husband was 28 and a virgin when I met him. I did not know he was a virgin just thought he was sexually inexperienced. Then when we began having sex, he told me he wanted to wear women's undergarments and watch me have sex with other men. I told him I did not like him talking about that stuff and to please stop.
CB’s Story: Am I Strong Enough To Handle My Husband’s Sexual Addiction?
I hate that I’ve had to find this site but I’m so very happy that it exists. This is so very new to me that I still can’t believe it has happened. I keep hoping to wake up from this nightmare. I exposed the disgusting secret that my husband was trying to keep from me just a few weeks ago.
Love ‘Em And Leave ‘Em
The light bulb went off when I finally realized that just because I loved him didn't mean that I had to stay with him. I could keep my love. Keep the good things. Keep the memories that I chose to keep even if they were now tainted with deceit. I could make those choices. That love was my precious emotion, mine to do with as I pleased. Loving someone does not mean you have to stay.
In Patient Workshops for Sexual Addiction
I'm interested in hearing from others if anyone's spouse attended workshops or in patient treatment at the Meadows or any center. A quick search of your site didn't turn up anything on it but I'm not sure I have the format down well enough and may have missed it.Can you direct me to any threads where this was discussed or start one asking if anyone has feedback on any institutions or experience with a treatment program they'd like to share.
Are You Interested In Sharing Your Story Publicly?
The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), which will take over the Discovery Health Channel in January, wants couples who would be willing to go public (like on TV--with no anonymity, blocked out faces or distorted voices ) and share their stories of infidelity. Glamour Magazine is planning an article on what it is like to be married to a Sex Addict. They require that the spouse be between the ages of 25 and 35 (that leaves me out) and would require photos of you (not your spouse).
Diane’s Story Drowning in the Shallow End of Recovery
It was less than two months since D-day. My spouse had begun to attend SA meetings. He was quite light-hearted these days, feeling proud of his first step toward sobriety. I was also proud of him, and very affirming whenever possible. But strange things were happening—new strange things.
Sex Addict Weasel Words: ‘I’ll Try’
Have you ever heard someone say 'I'll try'? For years, and, even occasionally now, I heard those dreaded words from my Sexually Addicted husband. Just what does 'I'll try' mean?
Seeking Answers
Pregnant wife with young child seeks help with Sexually Addicted husband.