Cutter I can see Arsene's sitch for what it is, because it's so easy when it's not your own.
Not so long ago I had a wobble when I listened to opinions that did not serve my goals.
I think Arsene needs to ask himself quite rightly as you put it, at what cost to yourself will you continue to accept this level of betrayal, disrespect and emotional abuse (ok they are my words), to stay in this M.
Sometimes the best advice hurts the most friend.
I've met a few people at the school I've been working at, who have gone through what we are living through and come out the other side much happier and stronger.
Only 1 of those is back with their wayward spouse and that was after a split of 2 yrs and he was denied access to his 2 kids during that time.
The best advice he gave me was that a bit like when you are in an emergency you have to save yourself before you can help others.
Right now you are strong enough to be there for D8 at the expense of yourself, you are slowly being ground down.
Short term pain can sometimes mean long term gains and happiness.
Take some time out to reflect on your sitch, re-read it from start to now and ask yourself what you want.
Have a good weekend and do something just for you mate and post it here.
Bill
Me 34 W 32 D 9 S 6 M: 9 years T: 12 Bomb: 02/11/12 EA/PA: 12/17/11 - ongoing Moved out: Oct 2012 Joint Filed for D: 2/11/13