Be strong, take every moodswing of her and all the talking about how mean others treat her, do what she asks for, don't ever question anything she does and it's all in the green.

I experienced it in several relationships. The moment I take a break from being strong (as of her definition), the moment I share my anxiety and depression, it's all over. What follows is ridicule, shaming, withdrawal and dissatisfaction with everything I do.

So I've finally decided it's enough. I grew up with two women and no father around. I always was kind of angry at him for leaving. Now I understand and take it as a warning not to have kids.