I entered my marriage with hope in my heart, believing that love would guide us, harmony would fill our home, and joy would outweigh any challenges. For months, I dreamt of waking up each day with someone who cherished and supported me. I imagined laughter echoing through our home, quiet moments of intimacy, and the comfort of knowing I had a partner I could rely on. I never imagined that instead, my life would become a series of battles I was unprepared to fight.
The first signs came subtly. Criticism disguised as advice, arguments over small issues, and an increasing sense of tension that I could not shake. At first, I tried to be patient. I told myself that marriage required compromise, that love sometimes meant swallowing pride and enduring discomfort. I tried to accommodate, forgive, and keep the peace, but the conflicts only intensified. Arguments became louder, sharper, and longer, leaving me emotionally drained by the end of each day.…CONTINUE READING
