Partner Ruining all the Fun

Anon Imperfect Mum

Partner Ruining all the Fun

I feel like my partner is ruining mine and the kids’ happiness practically daily when he’s home. He complains what feels like a lot, can be really strict on the kids behaviour and disciplines in a way that I think makes them feel bad about themselves, doesn’t like when we babysit other kids or spend too much of our weekend on activities and then just randomly can get huffy for things that aren’t anyone’s fault e.g. he hasn’t eaten because he didn’t wake up early enough before going out. I am a really sensitive person and as much as I try to separate myself I feel like the fun is always taken out because something happens to make him unhappy. I don’t know what to do about it though. Am I being unreasonable? I’m sure there are days where I am rough and grumpy but I don’t think it’s nearly as often. I don’t know how to approach him about it or even if I should. Honestly, at times I think maybe I should leave him so I can be free of the stress of constantly worrying about his emotional state. He’s not abusive I don’t think but it’s just hard for me to cope with. I also know it’s normal to complain and I like that he does talk to me about what annoys him, but at the same time I just want to be able to enjoy a single day without an issue. I might be reacting this way because of my own issues and past but could you please give me some advice? Has anyone experienced similar? Thank you x

Posted in:  Relationships & Marriage

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Anon Imperfect Mum

Wow, he saps the fun out of everything, daily, takes our joy and makes us feel shit about ourselves, am I unreasonable?
No, you have been there too long and are lost to even wonder that.

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Anon Imperfect Mum

Ugh this would drive me insane. Is this new? If you've been putting up with it for a while then it's probably him being set it his ways and no one would blame you for getting out of there.

I am a huge advocate for removing toxicity out of your life.

However, I also believe in finding the reason. Is he struggling with his job? Money stress? Family stuff?
Maybe just be sure he's being a douche on purpose first haha.
Goodluck ❤

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Anon Imperfect Mum

I feel like it’s sad that you don’t feel comfortable enough to simply ask..

Are you sure he is not at least intimidating..

Don’t allow him to suck your joy you only get this one life!!

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Anon Imperfect Mum

This could be me writing this right now.... We have seperated once, then he moved back in after a year as he said he was going to find happiness in himself.... Fast forward, same deal. I know what I need to do, I've done it before I can do it again..... May counselling could help, if not life is too short!

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