Do such groups exist in the Redlands, QLD where women can go for emotional support? Like AA meetings but not for an addiction. Maybe to rediscover themselves, or looking for strength during/after a relationship breakdown. Where we can tell our stories, get advice etc. I’ve been a wife and a mother for the last 20yrs and at any moment that I tried to do anything for myself it was sabotaged or I was made to feel guilty. I had children a lot earlier than all of my friends, so my friendships were pushed to the side while I put my family first. Now those friends are busy with their little families and mine are almost adults, so I feel like I don’t have anyone to lean on. My marriage is breaking down due to an ice addiction that he will not admit to. I think my support group (few family members) are getting annoyed with me because it’s the same drama and I’m not doing anything about the problem, ie. leaving, and whilst that is probably the right thing to do, I’m struggling with the idea of that. Almost like I don’t want to deal with all those emotions that come with it. I’m already feeling exhausted, sad, alone, angry and like a failure and I just know that will be 10 fold if I was to walk away. So I wondered, if I do make that decision, are there specific groups I can attend regularly for support during those low times?
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Women's centres usually run regular meetups and activities. There are also many community groups now, so ask your community what's available and you should be pointed to a few groups and hopefully you can find the right one for you.