Just after some advice. Partner of MIL of 11 years has just told her he is leaving her. It has come completely out of the blue to MIL. He said he loves her but is not 'in love' with her. He has tried for a few months to change the way he feels but cannot, so it is over. We were all really shocked and did not see it coming. He has never been the best communicator but not to share how he was feeling has meant that this came as a bolt out of the blue for MIL.
Is it common for a man just to do this - or do you think there could be more to it? Maybe he has met someone else?
Also, wondering what is the right thing to say and do when I see him....Part of me is so angry but it is not really any of my business. Saying 'I am sorry to hear the news' is all I can think of to say, but that seems a bit pathetic.
Any advice/experience appreciated. Thanks x