Devorce

Of course she was right to divorce, that man had no respect for her.

I have been fortunate to have two parents who lived and stayed married their entire lives. My in-laws on my husbands side, the same. However, people are going to make mistakes and change. Or, in some cases really good about hiding. If an environment becomes safe, divorce is the best option. Health and safety come first.

I only wish she had been able to bring herself to do it sooner. There is never a good reason for a man to do that, or for a woman to put up with it. But I DO NOT blame her for staying, don't get me wrong. I imagine she was terrified to leave and divorce him. I really hope she and her kids can get the help they need. Often the families that seem the most perfect are the ones with the most problems. Not always, but it happens more often than we think. I am so sorry for your mother's friend. I'm sure your mom will help her through it.

The decision to break up the marriage based on not being faithful to his partner was the right decision.

I'm sorry to hear that. My suggestion would be to offer your support to your mom's friend during this tough time. It might be challenging for her to navigate through the divorce process, so just being there to listen, offer a shoulder to cry on, or helping with their kids could make a world of difference. Encourage her to seek professional help to cope with the trauma and ensure her safety.

Only the person knows what he or she is going through. It takes a lot of thinking and talking. They need to find a solution to their problem. And when things don't work then comes divorce.