I agree with you, but my main message isn't that he can't do it, it's simply that he needn't, and moreover he definitely shouldn't. I can't relate to what he's

I agree with you, but my main message isn't that he can't do it, it's simply that he needn't, and moreover he definitely shouldn't. I can't relate to what he's going through but I know he's looking for an out from his current situation, under a great deal of stress, and from that vantage point it's usually difficult to see how varied your options are. I meant for my overall message to be positive - OP, you do not have to resort to this plan! There is virtually zero chance that this plan is your best option. Assure yourself of that, and take a serious look at the vastly better alternative options you have - some great ideas for which are on this thread!