From Marriage to Self-Discovery: Lessons Learned and My Pursuit of Ivory
**Introduction**: Marriage is a journey filled with lessons, challenges, and growth. My early marriage at eighteen was a pivotal chapter in my life, marked by deep personal struggles and eventual self-discovery. This post shares my reflections on that period, the lessons learned, and how it shaped my current outlook on relationships and life. **Meeting and Early Relationship**: I met my ex-wife when we were both fifteen. We eventually attended the same school, and due to a difficult home life with my father, I moved in with her. Without family support, I adapted my life around her, relying heavily on her stability. This deep dependency set the stage for our relationship dynamics, where I tried to mold my life to fit hers. **Significant Turning Points**: Our marriage saw several turning points, particularly when I began to exhibit signs of schizophrenia and developed a strong interest in philosophy. My growing passion for philosophy was not shared by her, and my mental health struggles ...