I was with my ex gf (I'm female) for over a year. Through all the things we put each other through, it lasted very long. Both of us wanted it to work, but unfortunately her drug and alcohol use made things much worse than they had to be.

We decided to remain friends for awhile but it was very painful for me. I went through my jealous rages and just couldn't handle being "just friends."

I think having the trouble I did, I would probably encourage anyone to sever all ties if they're going through the same thing.

Hang in there.