When your spouse’s addiction has eroded trust, drained finances, and left you questioning your own reality, the path forward can feel impossible. This compassionate guide helps you navigate the painful crossroads between staying and leaving—without losing yourself in the process. Written specifically for those in their fifties, sixties, and beyond, it addresses the unique complications of ending a long marriage shaped by substance abuse, gambling, or compulsive behaviors. You’ll learn how to recognize enabling patterns, set firm boundaries, and protect your health and assets. The book offers realistic discussions about treatment success, the legal and financial steps to take when divorce is necessary, and how to talk to adult children without recruiting them as allies. Safety considerations—including coercion and financial abuse—are handled with care. Most importantly, this is a guide to reclaiming your future, whether you choose to rebuild the marriage or build a new life on your own. Part of The Later-Life Divorce Library.