Originally Posted by Sophie9

I've decided that I'm ready to live my best life and focus only on what I can control. If he is being harsh or unkind, I have the power to walk away. If he doesn't keep up his end of the chores, I will do them myself, not out of spite or self-pity, but because it brings me happiness to live in a clean and orderly environment. I will get help for myself and our child because I value our mental health.