Letting events end is not rude. Everything ends.

You're right to want to minimize your compulsive physical behavior in the workplace before it bothers your co-workers, but I hope very much you can also give yourself credit for the work you're already doing.

An adult woman should not be so possessive of her own birthday that she begrudges her friends the chance to get married on the same day.

Unlike celibacy, which people choose, asexuality is an intrinsic part of who we are.

You who have suffered so much do not want to be with the kind of person who makes "black widow" jokes to deal with an uncomfortable, painful moment. You should be with a person capable of great compassion and understanding.

Someone who has a disability is not necessarily in distress. You may be embarrassing and inconveniencing someone by butting in and making assumptions.

If and when you do decide to share your experience with your husband, it should be because you feel ready to do so, not for any other reason.