I was in a relationship for 7 years and unhappy for at least 3 of those. When I got out I was cut off from friends we had made together and found myself moving to a different city to stop people judging me.
Now in another relationship for the last 8 years and generally happy, but sexually unfulfilled - which is where EI comes in.
The amount of people that said to me they'd never have the courage to split up was insane. Mostly because of kids. My advise, if you're not happy and are certain you cannot become happy in your relationship then get out and get out quick.
Retired from punting, yet still here?
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But I'd rather be the one who loves than to be loved and never even know.
Josh Ritter