Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Divorce is messy, and rarely does one or both people come out unscathed on the other side. Not only is it a colossal emotional roller coaster, it’s also a headache logistically, and a loss financially. Everyone comes out losing after a divorce. Maybe the man has to give tons of money to his ex, but it doesn’t mean she’s happy with her winnings. Both people have to start a whole new life, some have to move, and it’s not something I’d wish on my…

Wife test!?

He was like family...

She's thriving without him.

It’s never easy to watch your parents get divorced. The legal disputes and separate houses can embitter a child with resentment that lasts their entire life. Divorce should be done with tact and empathy for the child’s needs. Split families can result in splitting relationships and growing favoritism, either by the child or the parent. How would you feel if your sibling was being taken on a luxurious vacation by your mother, but you weren't invited? In this Reddit thread, the original poster (O…

Any healthy relationship should be predicated on trust , loyalty, and honesty. There’s no excuse for lying to your partner’s face, or hiding things behind their back. Although it may seem pedantic to have such stringent rules about betrayal, when you see the red flags that your partner could be hiding something from you or potentially cheating, there’s only one answer – run! In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a man who has noticed some strange behavior from his wife while she’s…

The slow burn we all needed.

Usually, when a woman finds out that her husband is being unfaithful to her, the first thing she will want to do is leave him and never look back. Unfortunately, for some women leaving is not that easy, especially not for stay-at-home mothers. Having no financial stability to fall back on when leaving your spouse can understandably make women question whether or not they should leave at all, which is exactly what happened to the woman who wrote this story. Luckily, this brave woman carefully an…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Everyone responds differently to infidelity; some people have a no tolerance policy, once it’s done the person closes the door and walks away. Others want to make it work, relying on their love and history to rescue the relationship and rebuild a new one. Either path is legitimate and completely individual; what works for one person may not work for the other, and that’s okay. Baseline sentiment after infidelity and choosing to leave: you don’t…

The good news is there's a silver lining here. He may have won the money, but they don't have a prenup...

It doesn't quite work like that...

Welcome back internet girlies. When you’re in a marriage or partnership, one tends to rely on the other for certain things. This reciprocal dynamic is essential. We all need someone to rely on (within reason), and your partner should be your main support system . During the course of long-term love, it’s common to develop habits with partners as well, and even if boundaries are crossed, it’s all in the realm of normal relationships. It may not be ideal to feel like your partner has childish qua…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. Before you get married, t here are numerous legal issues the couple must work out. From finances, to trust funds, to home ownership, and prenup agreements in the face of potential divorce, it’s almost like a screening test for couples before they tie the knot. If you can’t agree on these basic things for the relationship’s future, then it’s probably a sign now to stop in your tracks and go ahead with a breakup before it gets too messy. This brings us to the Re…

Welcome back internet queens and kings. Marriage can be the most beautiful and sacred thing in a person’s life, and it can also cause wreckage so vast that one doesn’t even know where to begin picking up the pieces . When betrayal is involved, there are few times a couple turns around from it. Although couples may choose to stay together after such an act, they will never have the same relationship they once had. Hurt, confusion, resentment, and pain will drop like a faucet into happy times, jo…

"She started making small talk with him, asking him where he was from, what his intentions were, basically giving him the third degree right in front of me."

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. There are times in our lives when a realization just hits us out of nowhere. We could be happily, comfortably minding our own business when suddenly we have a strong feeling remind us of our subconscious. It’s not easy being in a long-term relationship and marriage. It takes patience, emotional intelligence, and maturity to grow with your partner, and want to be better for them. So many people struggle to take responsibility for their actions.…