Ex’s Shocking Ultimatum After Breakup: Move Out or Quit School—What Happens Next Will Surprise You

“No, the end of the relationship should end any responsibility of any kind,” said Greenberg, who has 40 years of experience under his belt.
“Otherwise, the partner in ‘dire straits’ is going to use that guilt to hold the other partner in a relationship that is ended. This is not healthy for either partner.”
You can always support a former partner, but not at the expense of your inner peace
Despite the breakup, the author seems to still care for his former partner. He said it himself: “I don’t want to see her crash and burn.” However, his apprehension about continuing with the living situation is also understandable.
If he does decide to help her in some way, Vincent says the man should not sacrifice his inner peace.
“That might look like helping them connect to resources, giving them a realistic timeline, or supporting them from a distance,” she advises.
Offering financial support may also be an option. However, relationship therapist Rebecca Williams, LMFT, emphasizes the importance of firm boundaries.
“If you say they need to be out in 3 months, you actually need to ask them to leave in 3 months. If you say 3 months and then allow them to stay for 6, that’s on you,” she said.
The author should stand by his decision, especially if he feels like it would be the best for the situation. Suddenly going back on his word would make him look indecisive, even weak and less respectable.
Most people sided with the man and compelled him not to take her back
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But some believed he was at fault
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