I was married for 15 years. I loved my ex truly, madly, and deeply. That love, support, and intimacy was never returned. I have been divorced for over 3 years now. I have spent a great deal of time understanding my culpability in a failed marriage. Taking responsibility and learning how better love myself and how be a better partner.
So many have had similar experiences mine and so many seem of given up on love. I promised myself I was not going end up like that. Unwilling truly risk. Willing accept lukewarm feelings, Preferring cool security and the still contentment that passes for happiness.