Hi Laura and everyone who has responded to this thread. It’s about 2.5 months since I wrote the first post and I’m in such a good place 😊. I’m happy and so is my little man and even his dad. It’s really hard, there are so many times I could have taken the easy option and gone back but I’m so glad I stuck with it. There is still a lot of stuff to go, like selling our home, but I feel strong enough to cope with it all and I’m excited about the future. My ex and I get along well as friends and continue to put our son first.
To anyone going through the early stages of separation I would say – stay strong, it does get easier and it’s worth it! Life is too short to be unhappy or live half a life forcing it and pretending everything is ok when deep down you know it’s not. obviously if there is a chance it can work and there is still love there then great (as long as it’s not harming either of you in some way) but when you know that feelings have changed and you’re better off as friends then it’s time to walk away. it’s really tough but you just keep putting one foot in front of the other and take it all one thing at a time.
6 months ago I would have thought it impossible to walk away but it’s not! It’s difficult of course, but it’s entirely possible!!
I’m sure there will be bumps in the road but within 4 months of the split I’m already coming out the other side and feeling so relieved for it. I hated the transition period but it’s worth it
stay strong xxx
