“Stayed in a toxic relationship”

Item: Stayed in a toxic relationship
Rating: 2
Author: u/despacitopasta

What Actually Happened

My boyfriend changed from being kind to angry and controlling. He made me feel anxious and unworthy.

What I wish I knew

"I should have left him when I first noticed the change."

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Don't stay in a relationship where you feel disrespected and anxious."

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

SettledMixedSevere

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Relationships Category

3,331

Relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 7.2/10 across the category.

Same Outcome Band

69%

of Relationships decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.