All of us assign different values to things, and not all of those values are going to line up with others'.

Relationships are complicated, but happiness in a relationship isn't: It's just wanting exactly what you have. Wanting something else is dispiriting.

There's nothing wrong with being happy somewhere, even if it's the little pond you grew up in, as long as you are in fact comfortable vs. bored.

All of us assign different values to things, and not all of those values are going to line up with others'.

It's probably good for your body and brain to get moving occasionally.

You need to make plans for your future, so plan your own future.

Separating is not divorcing. Please keep that in mind. It is, instead, the second step in seeing if there's a better way to manage your family.