Ending a relationship can be difficult, especially if you believed it was a long-term commitment. You might have been willing to go to great lengths to keep it going, feeling like nothing could change your mind... until it does. That's exactly what happened to me. One moment, I was fully committed to making things work between us, but suddenly I found myself wanting to move on. Despite feeling guilty at the time, I now realize that it was the right choice to let go and be free from the relationship.

1. It was too far gone to save

My capacity for patience has always been high, particularly when it involves someone I have strong feelings for. However, in this case, there were numerous boundaries that were crossed and too many issues that were swept under the rug. The effort required to mend things and restore the relationship seemed too daunting, and I simply lacked the motivation to give it another try.

2. You needed too much from me

Relationships are built on mutual support and understanding, but it reached a point where it felt like you were overly dependent on me without reciprocation. While relationships evolve and require flexibility, it became clear that we were no longer on the same wavelength and I didn't see much hope of reconciling that in the future.

3. I couldn't help you

I made an effort to help, but you had personal problems that required individual attention. Perhaps being in a relationship with me was hindering your personal growth. Despite your inability to see it, I realized that once I stopped being invested in improving our relationship, it was unfair of me to linger. You deserved a partner who was committed to being there for you.

4. Everything felt like an obligation

I reached a stage where carving out time for us felt like an obligation rather than something I wanted to do. The prospect of spending time with you was accompanied by a constant sense of apprehension, and that was not a sustainable way of life. When the idea of not seeing someone again brings a sense of relief, it begs the question: Is it worth trying to salvage the relationship?

5. I didn't want to do all the work

You seemed resigned to persist in your unhappiness without acknowledging any personal accountability for the issues in our relationship. It was up to me to spearhead any changes if I wanted things to improve, and frankly, I didn't have the desire to make that level of effort.

6. You stopped treating me with respect

At some point, you started taking for granted that I would tolerate your negative actions. It took me too long to realize that I deserved better treatment, and by the time I did, the only way to preserve my own well-being was to depart. Engaging in conflict to salvage an unhealthy relationship merely perpetuates a harmful pattern.

7. Once the breakup ball started rolling, I couldn't stop it

Even if I had reconsidered and decided to work on the relationship, the fact that it took me leaving you for you to acknowledge our issues is concerning. Once I had made the decision to leave, there was no turning back. I had experienced independence and was not willing to sacrifice it.

8. I wanted to be hopeful for the future again

The prospect of our future together appeared to be riddled with passive-aggressive arguments and anticipating your next accusation against me. Given the alternative of being alone, I couldn't justify settling for that kind of dynamic. I recognized that I deserved more than what you had to offer.

9. It was time to let go

I had already clung onto a relationship that had reached a dead end for far too long. I'm content that I decided to leave and didn't waste any more time. Therefore, there's nothing to regret.

10. I was sick of you dragging me down

It seemed like you weren't putting in much effort to enhance our relationship or better yourself. Our relationship was only as strong as the weakest link, and it appeared that we wouldn't surpass your limitations. I would rather be alone than remain in an unhealthy relationship. I deserve better than that.