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I know it’s over

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Mammymess · 12/01/2026 16:19

I don’t know what to do, I know what I need to do but it all seems so daunting and complicated. I am in a 15 year relationship with my partner but the relationship is just dead. He does all the right things, compliments me, treats me relatively well, buys lovely gifts and works hard. He just lacks any effort or enthusiasm for anything beyond work. He works long hours but does absolutely nothing else around the house. He is short with the kids, he’s emotionally immature and I am struggling to keep going. The difficulty comes in because of financial ties, it all seems too scary to sever. He’s the breadwinner, we rely heavily on his income, I do work but not full time at the moment due to children. Has anyone been here before and can give me some inspiration on how to tackle the inevitable?

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TheHillIsMine · 12/01/2026 20:21

It's never has hard as you think and once you are free it is great. Even if hard it is better than giving up the one life you have to someone who doesn't make it shine.

I divorced my h, after 27 years together. Housewife for 22 years. No real money of my own. But I've done it.

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