My journey to my Get was complicated.

My ex-husband was pretty much unavailable to discuss divorce during the process. I tried to get through somehow, and so did Esther Macner and other community leaders who were helping me, but the process really stalled.

The whole thing was so stressful.

Divorce and especially the Get process can be so overwhelming, sad, and emotional.

This story is shared in the Agunah’s own words and reflects her personal experiences. The views expressed do not necessarily represent the opinions or positions of Get Jewish Divorce Justice.

It was such a dark place.

I was constantly strategizing in my head. It was hard to put aside the whole Get issue and function, keeping up with my daily tasks and responsibilities.

I was an Agunah for three years.
We separated in 2019. 

My Ex was already living with someone else before I even reached out to the Bais Din. He had been cheating on me during our marriage. 

There was very clearly no option for Shalom Bayit…
Still, I felt like I was being patronized, or placated.

Introduction

I am happy to help Esther Macner’s organization by sharing my story. The GJDJ (Get Jewish Divorce Justice Organization) plays a very important role in helping with an issue that many people probably don’t understand, because Thank G-d, they don’t have to deal with it.