Wife Considers Divorce After 50 Years Due to Husband's Alcoholism

After enduring decades of verbal abuse and isolation, a wife seeks advice on pursuing happiness and independence.

After 50 years of marriage, a wife is contemplating divorce due to her husband's severe drinking problem and its negative impact on their relationship.
The husband's alcoholism has led to verbal abuse, a lack of empathy, and isolation from friends and family, making the wife extremely unhappy.
Despite her husband's refusal to seek counseling, the wife has pursued marriage counseling alone, finding it beneficial.
The wife is considering taking legal advice and planning a trip alone to gain perspective on her life and choices.
Attending Al-Anon meetings has been suggested as a way for the wife to understand her own behavior and connect with others facing similar issues.