I would have been less heartbroken if he had just cheated on me with another woman

Instead of his addiction tendencies.

It would have been less of a betrayal.

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Addiction is a fkin mess. It is another maladaptive coping mechanism and also a form of self harm. I've been that guy. I needed to feel something else, to be taken away, and when the results don't go your way it's another reason to hate yourself and descend into darkness. It's perfect for when you can't handle what you're feeling. Yes, it's a betrayal of everyone around you too.