6 Hard Things I Had to Do Before Meeting My Husband

Especially relevant if you have an anxious attachment style

Me on my wedding day (Photo by Beccy Goddard)

For my birthday this year, my husband asked me what I wanted, but I couldn’t think of a thing.

I’ve already had everything I want and need, and if there’s anything else, I can buy it myself or my husband already gets it for me like an everyday thing.

(He surprised me with a beautiful bouquet of red roses and a lovely handwritten card, then he took us on a weekend trip to the sea where he had pre-booked a romantic dinner.)

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The point is, I’m living a great life.

My husband is the best man I know, and I love him so much. He’s kind, affectionate, patient, funny, intelligent, and generous. He’s an excellent communicator and my biggest cheerleader. I’m wrapped in his love and care every single day.

But my life wasn’t always like this.

Before I met my husband a few years ago, my life was a mess.