An anonymous man has shared the story of why he left his wife and children for a younger woman, citing emotional neglect after the birth of their children. In a frank admission, he described his former life as 'perfect' with a 'lovely wife, two beautiful children, a big house and a good job'.
The man claimed that having children 'changed everything' between him and his spouse, who he described as 'very genuine, attractive' and funny. He praised her dedication as a mother but said her focus on the children meant 'there was nothing left for me and we drifted apart'.
He revealed that he craved emotional connection rather than physical intimacy, which he found in a work colleague ten years his junior. Over 12 months, their friendship developed into a sexual relationship, giving him experiences he 'hadn't done in years', such as talking all night and spending the day in bed.
Despite his infidelity, the man insisted he is 'a very loyal person' and had never strayed before. The affair eventually ended due to his girlfriend's anxiety, which caused him to 'lose confidence'.
He urged women to recognise their partners' emotional needs, noting that men face 'a lot of pressure on them to provide' and are prone to loneliness. He asked: 'What's more important, making sure that every need or want of your child is attended to, or spending quality time with your husband?'
