Back when I flew Chinooks for the Army I learned a valuable lesson that carried over into dealing with women. We used to carry a lot of External Loads (Sling Load). Could be a Patriot Missile pack, Avenger, M-105, etc. Didn't matter how valuable the cargo, if it became an unstable load we jettisoned it. If at any time the load jeopardized the crew or the aircraft we cut sling legs and let it drop. Our lives and ability to bring the aircraft home were more important to the fight.
Its the same with women, and for that matter other people. The second they jeopardize you, your life, your future, you need to jettison them.
In the Chinook world we'd mark the spot of the drop and move on with the mission. Same in life, remember why you did what you did, but press on without the baggage.
KC