It is also better to walk away than to hold on. The first honours the self. 

Only happened once in my life and it was a blessing. ~ Barbara Derryberry 

Usually they walk all over you then walk away, but only if you allow them to disrespect you. ~ Julie Hyndman 

If he won't walk away & you want him to, ask him to leave. Hardest thing I ever did but also the best thing. ~ Tonya Leigh 

No matter how much you care about someone, never be their doormat. Love yourself, you deserve the best. (this goes for friends as well as lovers) ~ Bonita Baylor 

Self respect rather then a lying abusive relationship. ~ Philip McElhaney  

I would cut the ties with them completely and erase then out of my life completely. I had to learn this lesson the hard way, of course, but I hold no regrets. ~ Tiffany Tran