Your nearest and dearest despise him
If your friends and family refer your man as 'Vile Vern' or 'Evil Ed' and refuse to be in the same room as him, then ask yourself why. They've probably tried to accept him but now that he's stepped out-of-line one too many times it's time to make a choice and, it's a good bet, they care about you far more than he does.
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He likes to spend your money
Ever looked at your bank statement and wondered where all your hard-earned dough went, only to walk in on your penniless lay-about boyfriend pigging out on the contents of your fridge, staring at a brand new TV, playing a brand new game on a brand new games console? Hmmm, maybe he won the lottery.
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He's aggressive and abusive
No-one should ever put up with physical or emotional abuse from their partner. A man should add to your feelings of safety and security not detract from them and living every moment in fear of his temper is simply unacceptable. If he attacks you, report it to stop him doing it to someone else and get out while you still can.
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He can't keep it in his pants
When you caught him cheating the first time you forgave him - maybe a little too quickly. The second time he swore it was the last but guess what? You've walked in on him once again with his undercrackers down. Let's face it, he's not going to change and, if you can't trust him, what's the point?
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He's a jealous guy
Some would argue that a little jealousy is natural but when he hacks into your e-mails, checks your phone and texts, chaperones you for nights out with the girls and stops you seeing your male friends then you know he simply doesn't trust you. If you've done nothing to raise his suspicions do you deserve to feel so suffocated?
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He's a safety hazard
He insists you take the pill but refuses to sheath up his schlong. Ideally you would have refused to ride bare back but if not get ye to a clinic and get tested. He's happy to let you take responsibility for preventing his spawn being conceived but you won't be so pleased when he infects you with gonorrhea as a result of his latex aversion.
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He prefers your friends
Every time your BFF comes over he's all over her like a cheap suit. Fortunately she's not playing ball but you know you've got other mates who aren't quite as loyal. If he's happy to attempt entry into your friends' knickers in front of you, imagine what he's up to with strangers when your back is turned.
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He's robbed you of your self-esteem
Anyone who cares about you will not spend their time trying to make you feel small. Relationships, whilst they have their ups and downs, must be built on foundations of mutual love and respect. Why should you waste your time with a man who only appears to want to belittle and change you?
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He acts like you don't exist
You've been dating for six months and have yet to meet his mother or his mates. You're starting to hear ringing in your ears. They're alarm bells telling you that he probably hasn't told anyone that you're together and, if he refuses to acknowledge your relationship or your very existence, then you may indeed need to vamoose.
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He's cruel to animals
It might seem a little nit-picky to break-up with a man just because he's not Dr Doolittle but if he's ever kicked your cat or poured bleach in your fish tank, you can pretty much guarantee he's got no soul. It's one thing not getting along with your pet but laughing at RSPCA ads is a clear sign that underneath, he's a meanie.
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