There are numerous reasons why a once committed relationship would degenerate to one partner asking for a divorce. It could have been:

- an affair
- having been separated by a long distance for lengths of time
- conflict
- behavioral issues or psychological problems of one spouse
- even unmanaged addictions.

You must realize first that, YOU DO HAVE A CHOICE. Often, when confronted by a crisis, we find ourselves backed into a corner thinking we have no choice in the matter.

If the situation is truly serious then by all means, get help. This is not the time to let your pride get in the way. For all you know, it may be as simple as your partner wanting more attention or more ways to open up to you.