That says it all, really. A marriage or relationship should bring love, companionship, and mutual respect—not feel like an arrangement where one person takes and the other is left feeling empty. Calling it an unpaid lodger is telling, because even a lodger at least contributes something and respects the space they live in!

A soulmate or twin flame is someone who aligns with you, who sees you, values you, and grows with you. Living under the same roof with someone who is the complete opposite in all the wrong ways just leads to exhaustion, not fulfillment.

It’s no wonder you’ve found peace now that you’re out of that situation. Sometimes, walking away isn’t about giving up—it’s about reclaiming yourself. You deserve real love, respect, and a partnership built on mutual care, not just coexisting with someone who drains you.

How are you feeling now, looking back with this level of clarity?