Unmasking Your True Self For a Better Marriage
The Generous Husband Daily Rant · Paul H. Byerly
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Unfortunately I feel the opposite, my mask is on at home just to keep the peace. As soon as the door opens my authentic self is gone, and I try not to make waves, stay in the background, etc.. I am more myself in front of friends and people that I know love me unconditionally. Makes for a difficult, but content life. We all give up something. ~ Seen on Quora
I got that in reply to my saying my marriage is where I can be myself. The comment made me very sad for the person who shared it.
I get why people do this, and I know there are times when it seems the best option available. But when you live a lie in your marriage, your marriage is crippled. Or worse. Your marriage will never get better, and it will shrivel over time. You are setting yourself up for divorce or living as roommates.
If you’ve done this for years, changing is going to be difficult, for both of you. But it’s the right thing to do. The best approach is to be honest up front. Tell your wife you have been hiding part of who you are to avoid difficulties. Explain you realise this is bad for you and for your marriage, and you want to change. Ask for grace, and promise to give plenty of the same.
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