I currently have low self-esteem, stay depressed and find myself wondering how to grasp for a reason to continue living.
While today's reader is struggling with the tug-of-war between two lady friends, Annie Lane suggests he should also take time to make sure he has properly grieved for his deceased wife.I am a 70-year-old retired man with no children. My wife died in 2016, and we had a very happy relationship together for more than 28 years.
In the meantime, I was introduced to another lady, “Jill,” and we also initially agreed to be friends only. So for several months, I would go out to movies, sporting events and concerts with Sarah two or three times a week and with Jill on different days, also two or three times a week. As you may guess, Jill and Sarah eventually found out about each other. Sarah said we could no longer be just friends, and that I had to choose. Jill basically said the same thing. The one I truly loved was Sarah, although I cared for Jill. However, to not hurt either one’s feelings, I did not commit to either one.
I hate myself for all the mistakes I made, and I simply cannot quit thinking about Sarah. She broke up with me over a year ago, and the pain still hurts badly. I have been seeing a therapist and discussing my feelings. This does help some, but I am still in pain.
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