Yes I go to therapy. It's a must for me. No one I know seems to understand what I am going through and my therapist is very compassionate.

What an awesome arrangement. Good for you!

I started going to a counselor because of the pain, fatigue, and loosing the ability to do so much in a day, mentally and physically. I really did not know what was going on, very confused, my counselor was the one who diagnosed the fibro, and referred me back to my family Dr. I was then referred to a pain management Dr. who confirmed the fibro and from there her solution was steroid injections every 4 weeks. The worst thing was I am allergic to steroids and anti-inflammatory, so I am in the same place but I have a name for it, I am not going crazy. Since my husband retired 8 months ago, (he was a firefighter for 29 yrs) we now are struggling with communication, intimate times and everyday things. I know it is a very big adjustment for him, but it is huge for me and I have so much guilt for something I can not control. We do not plan outings together, and we are working on our communication. We are just learning a new way of life and will learn how to together. just have faith. I always think that their are folks with far less then myself and have figured ways around them, have adapted, that in itself helps me get through the day. Take care have some faith in yourself and your spouse. I pray for everyone with fibro because it is so misunderstood, and really does affect everything you do each day. Good Luck

I agree with comments above. I am not currently seeing a therapist but have in the past. I encourage you to try therapy and see what you think. The ability to talk to someone who can offer unbiased feedback ican really be helpful. Best of luck in your new marriage!

I have Fibro..and I was married..but realized I could not live with my partner..because I could not help myself from wanting to take care of him and the household..so I did get my own place..and he has his own place..we have been together for 22 years..and are very happy with this arrangement.When we do see each other usually weekends..and short visits during the week..we now have quality time together.Before..I was so exhausted all the time..(( feeling that I needed to please him 24/7..the maternal thing ) that I did not take care of myself.Now I can rest anytime I need it....Cook if I feel like it....Clean if I feel like it...I do not need to put a fake smile on all week...I can visit my Fibro friends..he can live a normal life with healthy friends..now I do not feel guilty..and he feels great ..without feeling guiltyabout being healthy..LOL...it has taken a huge amount of pressure off of both of us...it really is a blessing and would have it no other way..!!!...We are still going strong..after 22 years..!!!