I found myself defending him to my friend who was criticizing how he treated me and realized I still feel married to protecting him.
More people experience this than they realize.
Loyalty outlasts love in ways that complicate healing, making us guardians of those who wounded us most deeply.
“Where Are You with Grief for lost relationships — ambiguous loss of divorce?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.