I used to lie about how I was injured so people didn't realize how my wife was abusive. (scratches, unable to use my hand at work, etc.)

I used to lie about why my wife wasn't with me sometimes at social gatherings. She'd get angry over something trivial, lose her mind, and stay home.

I used to lie about how I was. I lied to myself. I made excuses. I was in denial. I'd say, "she's not like this most of the time."

I don't recall the last time I lied to anyone about anything. All of it was because of her.

I'm glad I don't have to deal with this anymore. I miss certain aspects of being married but I'm too traumatized to have another relationship. At the very least, by myself I know I will be fine and I won't have a need for lying anymore.