Remind me, please, it's OK to leave someone, anyone, for any reason

[Nothavingfunrightnow]

He's been texting a friend saying flirty things. We've been together 5 years. Not married. No kids. He's done this before, and despite us having talked it through then, he's done it again. I don't think it appropriate or fair on me. We are both early 50s.

You've made the right decision. It's sad that you query whether you can end a relationship when you're not married and don't have children together. Where did you learn that you had to put up and shut up?

You'd be better off without him. There's nothing worse than living with someone you can't trust.

Excellent, you've made your decision. That sense of relief tells you everything. Remember that feeling if leaving is tougher than you think.

Now move onwards, and live your life.

FWIW I think you've done the right thing.

You have answered your own question. Healthier to leave before it turns sour.

Best of luck x

Oh god just leave him

What a waste of space

Thank you, everyone. The deed is done, and I feel a bit of sadness coupled with a huge sense of relief. I appreciate your support immensely.

I think the relief tells you it's the right decision.

Well done. Hope you're feeling OK. 💐

Sounds like the relationship is no longer working for you. You don’t need any other reason than not wanting to be in a relationship with that person.

He’s done this before, and despite us having talked it through then, he’s done it again.

@Nothavingfunrightnow, he was well aware of your boundary, yet made the choice to cross it again. You don’t have to tolerate that disrespect and callous disregard.