First off, let's start by saying, you saying "I want my wife back" is a good thing.
There is nothing to be ashamed of, and no reason to think you are the only one in this world in your predicament.
Over half the marriages around the world end up in divorce.
So remember you are not alone, if you decide you still love your wife and you want her back; go for it.
If you want your wife back, then admitting that is the first step of possibly having her back in your arms.
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, now that you have admitted that; lets reflect on what is the reason you are without your wife now.
If you were the reason why you don't have your wife to begin with; then you have to admit that.
As hard as it might be to say that it's your fault, you have to do it.
If you had an affair, you need to say that, if you took her for granted when she was nothing but good to you, then you need to say it.
The point is, what you need to do, no matter what it was you did; tell the truth.
If your wife is not with you, than more than likely you need to change.
By you admitting your faults and telling the truth, this means you are one step closer to getting her back.
This is one way of letting her know that you are really trying to change.
The second thing that needs to be corrected is the communication between you and your wife.
Chances are, there wasn't any communication at all, and this is one of the biggest downfalls in a relationship.
To many times people go without saying what is really on their mind; rather they are scared to say it or thought it would not matter.
Things that you and wife were scared to say or thought it would not matter; those things start to add up.
Before you know it, little things that are not said turn into big things; then the talking stops all together.
Chances are, your wife knows this, and by you acknowledging this is a problem, you are taking a step in the right direction.
Also remember, you both are going to have opinions and hers may be different.
It is OK to have different opinions.
Respect her opinion, and remember she is an individual just like you are.
These small changes can help you get your wife back.
Now that your inspired, and are screaming "I want my wife back" to anyone that will listen, don't forget to tell her.