Deejo

One of our best traits is the ability to be selfless and help others. It is admirable. Unfortunately, it is also a trait that others will take advantage of and exploit - intentionally or otherwise.

Your efforts have been heroic. But it's time to move on. He won't collapse. He will find another support system, and likely burn them out as well.

There is a threshold where empathy, sympathy, and care giving turns toxic, when it becomes clear that the individual hasn't the capacity or willingness to participate in helping themselves, or expressing any sense of gratitude for the efforts offered by others.

Stop investing yourself in salvaging damaged goods. Salvage yourself instead.