I have recently separated from my husband of 23 years. I had been unhappy for years. I asked my husband to leave 3 weeks ago. I have kept myself busy and seemed to be coping. But, the last few days the guilt I feel for causing pain to my 23yr son and 14yr daughter is crippling me. I thought getting back with my husband would somehow undo the pain and upset I’ve caused.
I have realised that would not work and things could never ho back to the way they were or change and my husband agrees.
I’m feeling guilty and selfish for ending the marriage to try to be happier than I was.
Now my mental health has declined and I feel isolated and a bad person
