I'm so glad that you find comfort in this article. As a writer, that means the world to me to know that my experiences touched someone else. Still, I'm so sorry that you are going through this. I know how hard it is, and you deserve better. :(

I hear you on the loyalty part. I felt the same. It was hard for me to imagine leaving my partner as well. The thing that really gave me the courage to do so was actually taking a trip that summer. I realized how big the world was around me and how much I wanted to explore, and I was distanced from him. It allowed me to sort of absorb my emotions and make sense of them before deciding what I wanted to do with him--call it quits. I know that relationship advice isn't one-size-fits-all, though, and it is different for everyone. I certainly believe in you, and I hope the time comes that you are able to do what is best for you.

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