I do not know what to do.

@indahfth (11161)
Indonesia
August 26, 2011 2:10am CST
Last night, I ventured to speak to my husband. I do not want our relationship became very stiff. My husband said that he did not love me anymore now. But, he is responsible, to me. I do not know what to say. I was silent. All that is said by my husband, can be justified. My husband, unwilling to let go of responsibility, which he had taken. My husband realized he made a mistake, because he always makes me scared. during this time, my husband felt my fear. My husband also said, if I want to leave him, he will not be banned. But he had to make sure, I have a handle to live. I did not expect, my husband says this. I am very angry, because my husband does not love me, and love with another woman, I was no longer angry. And I do not know what to do.
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31 responses
@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
26 Aug 11
Oh , indahfth, i am so sorry to hear that. And i don't know too of what to advise you because i don't really know your culture. But if that happens to me , i would leave him . What's the use of being with him, if there is no love for me anymore. I have to leave lest i may be able to do something bad to him out of my anger for being jilted like that. I am sorry, but i think , it is best if you leave him and live on your own.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Before I talked to my husband, I really wanted to leave my husband. But, after hearing the words of my husband, I appreciate my husband's intention to take responsibility for me. Perhaps, I should immediately try to have a handle for the life of me, so I can leave my husband.
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@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
but she had a kids...don`t make it become simple... do you think when she leave him, the problem is over??
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@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
26 Aug 11
Well, in my opinion, before leaving your husband there should be a written agreement done by a lawyer, when it comes to the support of the children. It would be better if the children will come with indahfth, because as their mother , she knows how to take care of them . It's the father who gives the support after all. It would be difficult if the children will be made to live with the husband and his other woman. The other woman might mistreat them, because they are not her children after all, Good thing , that your husband acknowledged his responsibility to you. So, i guess that goes for the children too.
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• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
I'm sorry to hear your story. be patient and stay strong. It is impossible Allah gives the test that goes beyond our ability to endure. Allah may give it a test of failure and loss to us to teach us wisdom. Perhaps, failures, problems, and an unpleasant environment is part of the scenario of Allah in nurturing ourselves. hopefully you can be patient and learn to deal with all sincerity. Keep Spirit, mrs. indah.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Thank you for your advice. I was desperate, and forget God. I was very upset, make me unable to think clearly. I will try to calm down, to face all this.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Sure, I'll istiqarah, and prayed a lot. Hopefully, God gave instructions to me.
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• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Do not forget to pray "Istikharah", and ask for directions to Allah SWT. may Allah Almighty to show he way that's best for you.
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@paula27661 (15811)
• Australia
26 Aug 11
indahfth I am so very sorry! You have not been happy for a while and I guess your fears in regards to your husband have been realised. It is a very painful experience I know and it will take time for your heart to heal. It is positive to hear that your husband feels responsible for you and will not leave you uncared for. I will send prayers your way. I hope you can resolve this situation as best you can. Give yourself some time and when you can think clearly you will have to talk to your husband again in regards to what you both want to do. It is a difficult time for you and you will require yourself to be very strong. It may not mean much to you now but remember there is a reason for everything and if you and your husband do end up going your separate ways there may be happiness for you elsewhere and should you decide to stay together and work things out it may be for a better marriage. Hang in there and be strong. Things will work out in time. Hugs to you.
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@paula27661 (15811)
• Australia
27 Aug 11
Make sure you keep in touch with us here indahfth, we do care about you....
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
Thank you. I am very grateful to you, and friends in myLot, makes me calm down, facing my problems. I only can say thank you. God will repay you all.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Thank you. I will think about what I should do. It's very difficult for me. I tried to be careful to make decisions. If the worst should happen, I will try to survive.
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@sammy14 (834)
• Philippines
26 Aug 11
I cannot understand why you stil have to live with him despite the fact that he does not love you anymore.. If I am the husband I would leave my wife so as to give her the freedom to do what is best for her... It's unfair to hold her...That is my opinion but if you insist on living together despite of what happened then it's your decission... And if you could read between the lines he means that you should separate... it's that plain and simple...
26 Aug 11
Umm, if you were going to leave him and he doesn't love you (and has the courage and honesty to say so) and is willing to support you while you sort out an income (etc.), I don't see a problem. It sounds like the ideal situation: you wanted to leave, he's happy to let you leave AND he'll look after everything until you're secure!
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
My husband must give to the needs of our children. But, my husband said, my husband did not want to be haunted by guilt, because I have to live short of money.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Before I spoke with my husband last night, I was intending to leave my husband. But, after knowing what was thought by my husband, I tried to think again. If indeed I have to leave my husband, I must have an income in advance, so that my husband allows me to leave.
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@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
iam sorry to hear that.. it`s a bigger "examination" for you.. this is Ramadhan and now God give you a hard "examination" but i do believe He had special plan for you.. so now what is your solution?? want to separate from your husband or??
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
I do not know what to do. I feel uncomfortable, and be wondering, my husband was tortured or not, have to live with me, which no longer he loves. He was forced, should remain responsible for myself.
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@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
was forced?? forced because of who??
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
My husband had to stay with me, because they feel responsible for myself. My husband did not vote with the woman he loved, because they feel responsible for myself.
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
26 Aug 11
If he doesn't love you anymore and is giving you your freedom, be happy then. I remember your previous topic having fear with your husband and same with your kid who is also having fear with the father. So, this is a good chance for you and your kid to be happy and free. Make sure he will provide all the responsibility (financially) before letting you go. have a great weekend jaiho®
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
My husband gave me freedom, but my husband hope, I have an income. My husband really know my character, who would not bother other people, especially in terms of money. My husband would be responsible, for the needs of our children. But, although my husband to meet the needs of my child, I should still be able to have income.
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
26 Aug 11
That's good then, if you are earning for your own. I am separated for many years and never received financial support from my ex. So I am supporting my 3 kids all alone. And I am happy and enjoying my freedom as well.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
Currently, I have not had an income. I will ask permission to my husband for work.
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@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
26 Aug 11
Your marriage isn't hopeless when he is still concern of your welfare. Don't leave even though hubby's actions is a fundamental breach of the marital contract by two timing you. Have the courage to stay tough and hang in there, and hopefully one day you'll have the husband you deserve. Men are born hunters and they will keep hunting but in the end they will always come back to their legal wives.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
Hopefully, I can take a decision, which does not make me disappointed later. I was very sick, and angry. But anger will not bring resolution. I hope I do not give up easily deal with this problem.
@sid556 (30960)
• United States
26 Aug 11
Hi Indahfth, I'm sorry that you are going through all of this. I know it is hurtful. Your husband is right...he IS responsible for you. I think you should let him help you to move forward toward a life of your own and one in which you may be able to find real love. You deserve that and he owes you that much.
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@sid556 (30960)
• United States
27 Aug 11
but he is the one that is breaking the marriage vows. It would be unfair of him to walk away and leave you with nothing. You don't have to take his help forever but just long enough to get on your feet. Unless of course, you are able to take care of yourself on your own?? Are you? Or am I misunderstanding you entirely here. Do you not want to leave the marriage? I'm sorry. I'm not sure that I'm understanding.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
But, I do not want to, my husband caught up responsibility for myself.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
Yes. Indeed, my husband had violated the marriage vows. But, my husband has good intentions, with responsibility for myself. I appreciate it. But, I will not demand anything, if we divorced, except for my son. I was very disappointed, angry, and sad. But the disappointed, angry, and sad, can not be paid with money. And my husband is very understanding of my nature.
@jdyrj777 (6530)
• United States
26 Aug 11
Your husband is making me angry. How dare he view you as selfish while he is loving another woman. In fact in your country can he have more than one wife???
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@jdyrj777 (6530)
• United States
27 Aug 11
So then if you choose to stay he can still have to take care of you and the kids and have another wife.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
In my religion, are allowed to have more than one wife.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
6 Sep 11
My husband would never marry again, as long as still married to me. Because, a woman who loved my husband, do not want to get married, if it is still my husband.
26 Aug 11
Oh, boy, that must have been awful! The one thing missing in the above is... whether you love him. If you're IN love with him, letting go is going to be very painful and difficult. You can't change someone else's feelings, so you're going to have to decide what to do: stay living a lie (and probably make him like you less, since he'll feel trapped by his responsibility) or move on and suffer the pain of the loss - which is better in the long run but ohhhhh, it's gonna hurt. If you love him but aren't IN love (i.e. you care because you're used to him and you like him but you don't go all mushy inside about him), then it'll be easier to move on. On the good side, I must say that I'm impressed by your husband's honesty and also his willingness to be fair to you. Most guys would just treat their lady like crap and leave them with nothing but he obviously cares a great deal for you and loves you (perhaps) more as a friend, even if it's not the romantic kind of love. Obviously you can't make him love you, so your choice is to make a life for yourself somewhere else. It sounds like you can count on him to be - although this will sound very strange - a very true friend who will help you wherever he can. That is honestly pretty awesome, although I know you don't think that right now. Sounds like it's time to decide what you'd like to do with your life and try to treat it as a new start. There's nothing you can't do now. You can have your freedom AND you'll have the support you need to start fresh. A whole new life and, if you can think of him that way, a good friend who was honest with you about the things that are the most difficult to be honest about.
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27 Aug 11
May I say that both you and your husband sound like wonderful people. Married to the wrong person, but still wonderful people! You want to leave. He's cool with that and he's happy to look after everything unyil he knows you're safe and can support yourself. You sound like the best friends ever and I hope it can continue like that even after the marriage ends. My advice is to do exactly what you said: look for an income so that you can leave happily and relieve him of the financial burden, while understanding how caring that is of him. But don't rush off and get yourself into difficulty.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
7 Sep 11
Now, I'm still not sure, what I would do. Now, I'm trying to have their own income, then I do not know.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
I do not want my husband to get caught up in responsibilities, which have taken my husband, since married to me. I am very ready to leave my husband. But, in fact my husband forbade me to leave him, if my situation is still like today. I appreciate my husband's wishes, thinking of my life, after parting from him. Maybe I should try, to immediately have own income, so my husband did not get caught up in responsibilities, and feel guilty.
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@QeeGood (1213)
• Sweden
26 Aug 11
If you both agree to go separete ways, that's a start. Then if your husband are willing to support you and your children, that a responsible gesture as long as you'll need it. Make an agreement written and signed by both of you with witness that your husband pay an amount of money for you and for your children for each month until you can manage yourself. Hopefully you will create a new life for you and your children, but let it take time for your to accept the new situation of living.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
I do not want to bother my husband, if indeed we parted, I asked my husband, my son needs. Because children are the responsibility of my husband.
• United States
27 Aug 11
Hi Indahfth, I'm not sure what to say here, but I have seen other discussions where you were not happy with your husband. If your husband makes you scared, that isn't love. You didn't say if you love him or not.. but if you don't love him and he doesn't love you, and he is only staying out of responsibility, it's now reason to stay with him. If he is having an affair with another woman, he is disrespecting you and he should just leave and be with her, rather than make a fool out of you. Your friends and his friends most likely know what is going on, or suspect it anyway... why torture you with his having another woman on his arm. Was this an arranged marriage between you? I feel it is so wrong to marry out of obligation or have parents decide your future. I live in America, so I am not bound by those kinds of traditions where women are powerless to lead their own lives, and are mere property of a man. I don't know what to tell you, but I feel bad for you also. I think your husband needs to put the energy he puts into another woman into his relationship with you.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
28 Aug 11
I myself not sure of my feelings. I'm confused, do I still love my husband or not? What is clear now, I no longer believe in love. Because, it turns out love can change.
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• United States
12 Sep 11
@ Cattychristina, Why would she want to stay with a husband that told her he doesn't love her and is only staying with her out of obligation? That is so cruel of him. Other than financial support, what is the reason to stay in a marriage where YOU are NOT wanted? And he has a girlfriend on the side? No way would I stay for that.. I'd divorce him and get support for the kids and get a job.
• China
12 Sep 11
I'm not sure the really feeling of you dear. I wonder maybe you are just accustomed to live with your husband, you just feel you can't have a good life without him, but is it a really thing? I don't know do you have any kids with your husband. If you have kids, I suggest you should take the serious consideration for your kids before you dicide to end your relationship with your husband.
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@Olleenz (3398)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 11
I almost lost words about this...... You have BIG PROBLEMS in your life but you must move on. Feeling sorry not gonna help you but take some actions will. I know that you educated person (if don't, you wouldn't be here right now), so I only suggest a few steps that you may follow: 1. Evaluate your life. It necessary to know what kind advantages or weakness that you had. 2. Keep think positive. Had these problems doesn't mean END OF THE WORLD. Clear your mind and think positively. 3. If possible, try to find job that you capable with .... or ...... create one 4. Talk with your kid about this. Children sometimes can't accept "Parents relationship problem", talk with them (heart to heart) might help them through with this. Pray to GOD may help but GOD only help if you some actions in your life. God bless you.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
I will try to do the best for me, and my son. I will also try to think positive, with what happened. It's very hard for me, but I try not to give up. Hopefully, God gave instructions to me.
@singh987 (29)
• United States
26 Aug 11
Well if he doesn't love you anymore, than let him go. Both of your lives are going to be miserable if you stay together.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
I also have a mind, to leave my husband. But, my husband, will allow me to leave him, if I already have a handle for my life.
@cream97 (29087)
• United States
13 Sep 11
Hi, indahfth. I am very sorry to hear about this. If your husband no longer loves you anymore, then I think that you should really considering moving on with your life. You don't need anyone in your life that is going to drag you through a muddy ground. Your husband was wrong to cheat on you with another woman. It will be hard for you to deal with this, but with God's strength, you will be able to move past this situation with joy and peace sooner or later.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
13 Sep 11
It is difficult for me, and I was desperate. I am now, trying to think, a decision which I will take.
@neildc (17239)
• Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
30 Aug 11
sorry to hear that. it's really not easy to accept that. if you still love him don't let the relationship end. but if you love him more and he wants to be separated, let him go. it is much difficult to be together when there is no more love for each other.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
30 Aug 11
I am very confused with my feelings. I still love my husband or not. That exists in my mind, I do not want to be a burden anyone, including a burden to my husband.
@celticeagle (158876)
• Boise, Idaho
26 Aug 11
It sounds as if your husband has moved on. Now you need to. It is sad but it is also a part of life. People fall out of love and move on. Why are you angry? Hurt maybe? I would wonder if you could not find someone to make you happy and get you through this. Time will tell i think.
@celticeagle (158876)
• Boise, Idaho
27 Aug 11
You love your husband? That is sad! Why can't you be a good wife?
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
6 Sep 11
Now, I am confused with my feelings. I do not know, do I still love my husband or not. During this time, I tried to be a good wife, but I failed because I often make mistakes, and often made my husband mad.
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@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 11
Yes. Love my husband, had moved on to other women. Initially, I was very ang y, but I thought this might happen, because so far, I can not as good wife.
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@andy77e (5156)
• United States
28 Aug 11
Love him as best you can. Love him however he lets you. Just pretend he loves you, and how would you treat him if he loves you.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
30 Aug 11
I myself do not know, what I feel for my husband.
@andy77e (5156)
• United States
31 Aug 11
Love isn't a feeling. It is a choice of the will. Like God chooses to love us.
@nangisha (3496)
• Indonesia
6 Sep 11
Hi Indah...! Sorry for my emotional response. Its just made me mad to reads how your husband treated you and you still giving respect to him, something I don't think he deserve. Maybe I really understand your situation and your reason to let him manipulate you. If he leave you he had obligation to support you and your child even if you had your own salary.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
6 Sep 11
If I was divorced, I was not the responsibility of my husband. What remains the responsibility of my husband, is my child.
• Philippines
28 Aug 11
It is a very complicated situation. I know it is very painful for you when your husband said those words. I guess, if he will still stay with you though he loves someone else, accept him and keep the pain inside yourself. Maybe, your husband is just going through something, stay with him and continue loving him. In time, he'll realize your worth. But, if he wanted to let you go and be with the girl, that will be the problem. Hope you'll be okay sooner.
@indahfth (11161)
• Indonesia
28 Aug 11
Yes. It's very complicated. I must do something immediately, so as not to make cuts. If I decide to get divorced now, will make my husband feel guilty.