Hi again Hal
I'm really sorry you haven't got the support from your GF, and I know all about the culture (I'm an Aussie).
But in the end, down to the real nitty gritty....this is about you - noone else.
You know whats right for you - and you know if you continue your current life things will get worse - there's no maybe there.
Try not and worry about what might happen - just focus on the now - one day after another one day at a time....but I do feel anyone who really loves you and respects you will come to see why you need to do this
I'm glad you found us - you'll find 24/7 support here - keep posting
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