US EditionDear Abby: I still love my husband, but 10 years of resentment have taken a toll
- A woman, married for 33 years, moved out after 10 difficult years caused by her husband's attitude and selfishness.
- The husband only decided to change after she left and now claims he has changed and will consider her needs going forward.
- She loves him and believes he is fundamentally good, but worries that their past issues may have created barriers too difficult to overcome.
- Dear Abby advises against returning before attending one year of counseling with a licensed marriage therapist to test his commitment and if she feels safe.
- The situation suggests careful evaluation over time, as real change requires effort, and reconciliation depends on proven behavior and safety.
12 Articles
12 Articles
Chicago Sun Times
Dear Abby: Husband proclaims he's changed for the better
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 33 years, but the last 10 years have been extremely difficult. His attitude and selfishness during that time led me to strongly resent him.He's now telling me he has changed and things will be different, that I am important to him and he will consider my thoughts, feelings, wants and needs going forward. The problem I'm having is, he didn't decide this until I finally had enough and moved out.How do …
Dear Abby: Selfish husband says he’s ‘changed’
Dear Abby: My husband and I have been married 33 years, but the last 10 years have been extremely difficult. His attitude and selfishness during that time led me to strongly resent him. He’s now telling me he has changed and things will be different, that I am important to him and he will consider my thoughts, feelings, wants and needs going forward. The problem I’m having is, he didn’t decide this until I finally had enough and moved out. How d…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
