AITA for Leaving My Husband After He Hit Me During an Argument?

Relationships have ups and downs, but when does a fight cross the line? I left my husband after he hit me during an argument. Now, some people say I acted too fast, while others insist I did the right thing.

The Original Post: A Heated Argument Turned Physical
One Moment Changed Everything
My husband and I were having an intense argument over finances. It got heated, and suddenly, he slapped me. I was in shock. He immediately apologized, saying he “didn’t mean to” and that he just lost control in the moment.

I didn’t say a word. I packed a bag and left that night, staying with a friend. Since then, he’s been calling and texting nonstop, begging me to come back and promising it will never happen again. Some family members think I should give him another chance because it was “just one mistake.” But to me, that moment changed everything.

Now, I’m struggling with guilt. Did I react too quickly? Am I the asshole for walking away immediately?

The Community Reacts: Was She Right to Leave?
Many people strongly supported leaving my husband after he hit me and said it was the right decision.

“One time is one time too many. You did the right thing by leaving immediately.”
“Physical abuse often starts with ‘just one mistake.’ Don’t go back.”
“Apologies don’t erase actions. He showed you who he really is.”

However, others believed she should consider giving him another chance.

“If this is truly the first time, maybe he does regret it and will change.”
“Marriage is about working through struggles. If he’s willing to seek help, it might be worth trying.”
“Leaving immediately is understandable, but was there any history of violence before this?”

The Verdict: A Clear Line or Room for Forgiveness?
While some believed in second chances, most agreed that leaving my husband after he hit me was a strong and necessary boundary.

No one deserves to feel unsafe in their own home. Would you have left immediately, or would you have given him another chance? Let us know in the comments!

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