Losing a loved one is never easy, especially when it’s a sibling you’ve been close to your entire life. A 28-year-old woman recently lost her 32-year-old brother to cancer, leaving her heartbroken and devastated. As she grieved, she found herself in a difficult situation with her husband, who not only lacked empathy but also called her an embarrassment for crying at her brother’s funeral.
The Devastating Loss ️
Close Siblings
Unsupportive Husband
Brother’s Passing
Cold Reaction ❄️
Funeral Breakdown
Husband’s Harsh Words
Confrontation at Home
Husband’s Defense
Escaping the Tension ♀️
Husband’s Apology
Staying Away
Grieving Wife Stands Her Ground
After her husband’s insensitive remarks and behavior, this grieving woman refuses to return home until she feels ready. She’s had enough of his lack of empathy and support during this difficult time. As she stands her ground, let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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NTA. Leave this guy. How is crying at a funeral embarrassing?
NTA. Supportive replies encourage leaving cruel, self-centered husband.
NTA, leave him. He was jealous of your dying brother.
Commenter receives support after insensitive partner is called out.
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NTA. Supportive comment and agreement with reply.
Heartbreaking story of unsupportive husband during family tragedy. NTA.
Divorce that jerk now . No one deserves such behavior.
Commenter sympathizes with woman’s ex-husband, calls him ‘stone cold’
Comment and replies discuss the possibility of gaslighting in the relationship.
Heartless husband humiliates wife at her brother’s funeral for crying . Support and empathy are crucial in a relationship.
Find someone who supports you in your grief.
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Dealing with a narcissistic partner and loss of a loved one.
Supportive comment and reply call out husband’s behavior, NTA
Empathy matters! Husband’s lack of it is appalling. #NTA
Don’t let him gaslight you. Your grief is valid.
Curious about the backstory and potential relationship issues.
Supportive comment and reply condemn husband’s behavior.
Heartless husband criticized wife for grieving at brother’s funeral
Recognize signs of emotional abuse and prioritize your well-being
Supportive comment encourages woman to stay away from toxic husband
Empathetic commenter offers support and resources to grieving woman. ❤️
Stand up for yourself! Don’t let anyone make you feel ashamed.
Redditors agree NTA, but suggest posting on r/offmychest instead
Don’t let anyone make you feel ashamed for grieving. #NTA
Empathetic comment encourages self-care and reflection after family tragedy.
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Heartless husband gaslights wife after brother’s funeral
Divorce seems to be the consensus here
Sometimes the best response is to just leave.
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Heartbreaking situation. Commenter advises getting a divorce lawyer and backup.
Stand up for yourself and leave toxic relationships.
Obvious NTA situation, but let’s give some support ❤️
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Supportive comment calls out husband’s behavior at funeral.
Empower yourself! File for divorce and move on.
No shame in grieving, why would anyone think you’re TA?
♀️ Don’t tolerate emotional abuse, leave the monster. #NTA
No debate here, you’re NTA. Head to r/relationship_advice for support.
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Fiery response! Commenter suggests divorce after insensitive remark.
Supportive comment advises leaving emotionally manipulative husband.
Seeking grief counseling is important. Your behavior is normal. #NTA
Take care of yourself first. Seek professional help. NTA.
Empathetic commenters support woman grieving, slam insensitive husband.
Heartless husband berates wife for crying at brother’s funeral
Husband gets roasted with emojis for being unsupportive at funeral
Leave that insensitive man and his toxic masculinity behind! NTA
Don’t hold back your tears. You’re not the a**hole here.
Commenter sympathizes with woman after husband’s cruel behavior.
Husband shames wife for crying at funeral. NTA. Relationship advice.
Supportive comment encourages leaving toxic situation.
Red flags in the husband’s behavior, seek professional help.
Heartless husband criticized wife for grieving at brother’s funeral. NTA.
Don’t let anyone invalidate your pain, leave that toxic relationship
NTA. Don’t let him gaslight you. Consider divorce.
Don’t let him dim your light. NTA.
Redditor provides support and suggests seeking relationship advice subreddit ❤️
Don’t tolerate emotional abuse. Leave and never look back.
NTA. Grieving is personal and valid. Your husband’s behavior is unacceptable.
Commenter sympathizes with woman in terrible marriage, recommends counseling or divorce
Empathetic comment offers support to woman dealing with unsympathetic husband
Virtual hug and empathetic support for grieving mother ❤️
Supportive comment encourages OP to prioritize her well-being.
Empathetic commenter shares her own experience and advises leaving abusive partner.
Heartbreaking story of a mother’s regret for not leaving abusive husband.
Heartwarming comment from a supportive father of twins ❤️
Encouraging support for a grieving woman in an abusive relationship ❤️
