I (25F) am leaving my partner (30M) after 3 years. He broke the only promise that mattered.
I just need to type this out because I feel completely numb. I’ve been with my boyfriend for almost three years. I stood by him through financial ruin and I was his rock when his brother passed away.
A few months ago, he cheated. I forgave him because I was in love and believed his promises. But a few days ago, during a stupid argument, he hit me. He knew everything about my past, that I grew up in a violent household and that my biggest goal in life was to escape that chaos. He always swore he’d never hurt me. Now, looking at him just makes me sick.
I am done. I’m packing my things and leaving, but the financial reality of it is terrifying. I have a job and I’m looking for a second one, but saving up for a deposit and rent on a single income feels almost impossible right now.
I don't even know what I'm looking for by posting this. I guess I just needed to say it out loud to realize it's real. I am starting over from zero.