Hi Mark,

So sorry for the late reply. The reason I have not left my current partner is that I have been hopeful that these feelings/thoughts will pass. That as I mature, and I focus on what’s really important in a partner (loyalty, safety, kindness, etc.), the “fun” and chemistry (but lacking the important traits) my ex had will become less and less important.

Over the last few months, I have stopped comparing the two in my mind and have essentially stopped thinking about my ex altogether. That being said, I still long for aspects of that relationship that I think I am confronted with regularly due to the long distance nature of my current relationship (i.e, living together, sharing daily tasks, spending time physically together, etc.). I understand what you’re saying though. I’m just terrified I will regret this decision, that I have a “good one”, and if I let him go I will not be happy with this decision down the road.