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I'm dating someone who has been cheated on. What should I do?

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gentleSky91
January 12th, 2018 5:53am
Be patient, and know that a lot of their insecurities can stem from somewhere outside your relationship. Stay faithful (of course) and be kind to them, but also remember that you cannot fix everything, much less the mistakes of someone else’s past.
VeraKh42
January 20th, 2018 8:30pm
Show them sympathy, listen to them and be supportive. They might be afraid you're going to cheat to, and show them you're not instead of saying you're not.
lovelyHoliday94
January 27th, 2018 3:03am
Make them feel safe. Prove to them that you're different by your actions.simply just be yourself. Loyal and trustworthy
Anonymous
January 28th, 2018 6:54pm
You have to be patient with your significant other. Their trust has been broken so they’re regaining it with you. It’s not your fault the things they’ve been through but it does take a toll on you as well. Just be kind and understanding.
Hope39
February 7th, 2018 7:30pm
be upfront, honest and considerate of this person's feelings and reservations. it is hard being cheated on and understanding that trust is so fragile and can be broken very easy will help you to keep the relationship healthy
Nixy123rosie
February 11th, 2018 7:53pm
In my opinion just make them feel loved and prove to them that you will not hurt them in that way. They are going to have trust issues and the fact that they are not going to fully trust you from the start will hurt you. You are just going to have to put the person first and show them you care in order to heal them.
Anonymous
February 15th, 2018 3:18pm
People who have been cheated on typically have a hard time trusting others, especially those in a newer relationship. Most of those people who have been cheated on need reassurance. I know it may get hard to do, but if you love them or really want it to work, it'll work out.
Pumpkin74
February 22nd, 2018 5:32am
No one can tell you what to do as far as your relationship, but there are many things YOU can do! You can review your relationship and decide if staying is best for you. Can you forgive them? Can you move forward? Can you trust them? Is this the first time? Etc. Write it down and imagine yourself giving this advice to a friend or child. What would you tell your sister/brother to do if they had the same relationship you did? Good luck and I hope you find peace not only in this situation but in all aspects of your life.
Anonymous
February 22nd, 2018 9:32am
You should treat them with respect and stay calm when they continuously check in to make sure that you still love them. They have been through a lot. Don’t stress if they get paranoid or anxious. Tell them that you love them and see how it goes.
originalLove71
February 22nd, 2018 11:39am
There is nothing different with that person. You just have to be loyal and hopefully not cheat which you will have to do even if you are in relationship with a person who wasn't cheated before.
Eastcoast84
February 28th, 2018 3:41am
You could gently reassure them that you're not their ex and you are your own person. If they feel insecure when away from you, you could send little messages and things throughout the time you're apart to remind them that you're thinking about them! Little gestures can go a long way!
Lucian111
March 15th, 2018 12:40am
You should support them and make them realize that you loved them, that not everybody is going to hurt them as their ex partner hurt them and that they didnt cheat on them because they're not good enough or valid but because they didnt appreciate them enough
Anonymous
March 28th, 2018 4:03am
Definitely don't cheat on them. Aside from that, give them attention, let them be a little clingy at first. Show them you're only interested in them.
Anonymous
March 29th, 2018 3:02am
Try to be there for that person emotionally as much as you can. Make them feel appreciated and of course, it's important to build the trust and take it slow. Someone who has been cheated on is more likely to be broken and feel like they shouldn't trust anyone so you should show that you're more than meet the eye.
Anonymous
March 30th, 2018 4:37am
It can be difficult to navigate the emotions that come with having been cheated on in the past. This can lead to trust issues that are a natural response to the hurt of past betrayal. Understanding and expressing support for someone whose trust was broken can help to mend a wounded heart. Encouraging healthy boundaries is also important.
Anonymous
March 30th, 2018 4:29pm
you should try to make them feel more secure and in safe hands this time. try winning their confidence but be cautious and patient.
Anonymous
March 30th, 2018 9:54pm
Earn their trust don’t let them think that you would do anything to hurt them it might take some time but they will be fine afterwards
WMM
April 10th, 2018 8:05am
Make them feel as though they are the only one in your world and that you will not repeat the same. You are different and should love them enough, giving them that peace of mind.
SHEisthereforyou
April 11th, 2018 5:24pm
Probably just try to be honest and build a trust base. It's important to show them that you'd never do something like that.
Anonymous
April 12th, 2018 7:32pm
Earn their trust and be honest with them. Let them know you are not their ex and you will not do the same things to them.
KaylaBayla98
April 26th, 2018 5:03pm
Take things slow,build trust and heal with that person. Because they are emotional torn and support from you will build a trusting relationship between you two
Anonymous
April 27th, 2018 7:56pm
You should talk to them, don’t hide anything from them as they might think that it might happen again
BrittanySandlin
May 2nd, 2018 10:33pm
If you're dating someone who has been cheated on, give them reassurance. Let them know they are loved & that the past does not define the future. If the love is real they will feel that. But you need to show them love in the way they feel secure in your relationship.
MintedTea
May 17th, 2018 11:56am
Always let them know that they are the only one in your life and comfort them. It might sound silly, but it goes a long way.
Helpfulspace
May 22nd, 2018 3:14pm
Don’t cheat on them. Reassurance is key, show love with actions not words. If you don’t want to be with them, let them know straight out. Love and care for them, they can be sensitive, don’t do anything to break their trust.
Anonymous
May 23rd, 2018 12:39am
They’re probably going to be quite insecure and potentially paranoid. Be cautious of their feelings but don’t stop being yourself
Anonymous
May 23rd, 2018 9:09am
make sure they have your trust and that you have theres. that is the most important thing in a relationship.
glowingHope12
June 12th, 2018 2:20am
You should be yourself and love that person the way you know best and treat that person the same way you would treat any other person that you have dated. For them to trust you and be completely open with you, you need to be yourself.
Here4UAlwaysAndEver
June 15th, 2018 4:56am
Building up steady trust is key. Since they have lost trust before, they will be on guard, even if it's to a different person like you. Confide things in them when they tell you things. Do favors for them and don't shower them with compliments but still occasionally compliment them. Showering makes you look suspicious, like you are trying to get something out of them.
ElaineSaysHello
June 22nd, 2018 1:36am
Earn their trust gradually by reassuring them that you will remain loyal, but of course actions speak louder than words. Perhaps you can let them meet your friends and those who are close to you so that way they know who you hang out with when you're not hanging out with your partner.