I Found a Hidden Note My Boyfriend’s Ex Left Before Their Breakup — After Showing It to Him, I Reached Out to Her, and It Changed My Life

I found a hidden note from my boyfriend’s ex, and it changed everything. I thought our relationship was good, but this note revealed a truth I couldn’t ignore. It wasn’t just a breakup note; it was a warning.

The note, tucked away and forgotten, was addressed to “Matt’s Future Girlfriend.” His ex, Teresa, wrote about his lack of cleanliness, his inability to listen, and how he shifted blame. She advised me to leave, saying it wasn’t my fault, it was him. She even included a picture of herself, looking happy after the breakup.

At first, I dismissed it. But the more I thought, the more I realized she was right. Matt never cleaned. For two years, I made excuses for him, but the note made me see the reality of the situation. The dishes, the laundry, the overflowing trash – it was all me.

When I confronted Matt, he got defensive. He dismissed Teresa as “crazy” and tried to make me feel guilty for even reading the note. He asked if I was going to let “some bitter ex’s note destroy everything we’ve built?” But what had we built? A relationship where I did everything?

He tried to justify himself, claiming he paid rent and bought groceries. But I wanted a partner, not someone I had to take care of. Then, he said something that solidified my decision: “You sound just like HER.”

That was the final straw. His reaction, his defensiveness, it all confirmed Teresa’s warning. I left that night.

The next day, with my brother’s help, I went back to get my things. I left my own note: “Dear Matt, Clean your dirty house. Best wishes, Rachel.”

Later, I found Teresa on social media. She looked happy and free. I messaged her, and we met. She was kind and understanding, confirming my suspicions. She explained how Matt manipulated situations and made her doubt herself. She even shared a story about him throwing a chair, which made me realize the potential danger I was in.

When I returned to the apartment with my landlord and brother, the scene was disturbing. Dishes were broken, clothes were torn, and my rats’ cage was open. Thankfully, they were safe, hiding in a shoebox. It was clear: Matt knew I was leaving and had retaliated.

Six months later, I was in my own apartment, my rats in a new cage – a gift from Teresa, who had become a friend. I received a message from Matt: “I miss you. I’ve changed. Please come back.”

I replied: “No. But I hope you really have changed… for the next person’s sake.” Then, I blocked his number. Healing isn’t just about leaving; it’s about staying away and building a better life.