Letting go of a toxic person isn’t always a simple choice. These relationships are often tangled with emotional complexity—love, fear, obligation, and a hope for change. You may feel responsible for their well-being, convinced you’re overreacting, or afraid of being alone. These internal struggles, combined with external factors like financial dependence or shared children, make walking away feel like climbing a mountain without a map.
But staying in these relationships comes at a cost—your self-worth, peace of mind, and sometimes even your physical health.