I'm dating someone who has been cheated on. What should I do?
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Set time aside to spend time with her/him, let her/him know how much you love them and tell him/her that you wouldn't hurt them like that.
I've too been cheated on and the best thing you can do is let that person go because 9 times outta 10, the relationship was either draining or toxic due to arguments that mostly led up to the cheating and/or afterwards. Take time to gain the strength back with on you mentally and physically. Learn to love yourself over again and watch someone will come to love you better than the person who cheated on you
You should be patient and act carefully. Respect him/her because of a bad experience, not give reason to doubt your fairness.
Be kind to them. Best thing would be to not bring up the past in important conversations and be mindful of the things you say.
Anonymous
June 30th, 2018 2:06pm
Comfort them and make them know that every guy is bad and that you'll never do the same. Put yourself in their shoes
Know that no one deserves to be cheated on and just support them. If they need reassurance, then provide that for them. That establishes stability within your relationship.
They’re going to be very suspicious and nah even accuse of you doing things you haven’t done. This is normal. They’re probably very insecure and that’s ok, just constantly reassure them even when they don’t ask
Being in a relationship means you should learn to trust each other and to build trust, it's not an overnight process.. it need times and commitment to do it. The more you trust each other, the stronger your relationship are..
Someone who has been cheated on, means he/she is feeling super insecure.. so what you both guys should do is to build trust. Building trust need both parties' effort.. so for this relationship to work out, both of you should commit to learn more about each other and build trust together :)
Try not to dwell on either of your past history. Be open and honest. If you think that you might stray, walk away.
be patient as they may have a lot of anxiety about being cheated on. As someone that has been cheated on and is currently in a relationship I found it difficult through the first few months to trust again but after opening up to him about these trust issues i have realised that i can trust him it just takes time
Hard to say, but if you had been cheated on, you must recover the self-esteem you shall have before starting a relationship. A new person is a new story, don't be conditioned by your past, most likely you're the one that should condition the past learning from it.
Ask if the person has moved on. It will be difficult for both of you to be in a relationship when one of you is not fully invested. Then show your loyalty and faithfulness. And be clear you expect the same.
Treat him/her the way you want to be treated. Be sensitive to the needs of that someone and at the same time be open to him/her.
Anonymous
August 4th, 2018 5:50pm
Try to understand how that person was hurt by the experience. Attempt to keep an open mind, and be sure to listen and learn from that person's experience. Let them know you will be there for them.
Make sure you are always there to comfort your partner and let them know that everything is okay, alway's be kind enough to reassure them.
When you date someone who has been cheated on the past, its likely they will feel weary and often scared that you will cheat on them. Actions speak louder than words, remain faithful, be open with them about how you're feeling, don't be secretive. Eventually, they will feel like you're someone who they can trust. Afterall, put yourself in their shoes, that can help you see the world in their view. Hope this helps.
You can try to be for them the best you can and give reassurance. Many people are insecure after break ups make them feel secure. Also try talking to them about their problems and both of your expectations in the relationship. If their constantly accusing you of cheating you might have to let them loose. Sorry for the longness of the advice I'm just trying to get to a 100 words. You're a wonderful person and very brave for putting you relationship out there. Not to many people take advice. I hope your relationship goes well. Good luck !
Every day we risk love with others. We can get hurt and that can make us want to not trust again. But we are all different and have unique ways of handling the event. Talk to your partner and ask if you can do things to support their trust. Be honest with your partner about your desire to support them but not be overwhelmed yourself. When your partner says they want something believe what they say, then follow up weeks or months later to verify it is still what they want.
Our character is partially based on our ability to do the right thing when nobody is watching. This is a very difficult thing to prove and trust requires building over time. Don't be afraid to work longer and harder, your partner will probably have greater feeling for you in the long run.
I would recommend having an open conversation with them. I have been cheated on in the past and there isnt really anything super major I need from my partner. They might appreciate talking about it or not, maybe they need you to tell them where you are a bit more than average, or maybe they want to have deep conversations about relationships. I think your best bet is to just ask what they need from you. Perhaps say..... I know this might be a sensitive subject, but I know you have been cheated on in the past and I want you to know that I would never do that to you. Is there anything that you need from me as a partner to feel secure in our relationship?
They will most likely tell you :)
Anonymous
May 8th, 2019 6:00am
When dating someone who has been cheated on in the past, always remain patient. Patience is key. Remember that the strongest bond you could build is trust. Trust takes time and patience. Show your significant other that you are willing to wait and respect their feelings. Don't just tell them they can trust you, show them. If you tell them you are going to do something, do it. Even the simpler things can build a stronger bond of trust. For example, if you tell your significant other that you are going to give them a phone call in a few hours, make sure you do so. This will help them see that you are a trustworthy person. With enough patience and time, the bond of trust will form.
Anonymous
May 22nd, 2019 7:05pm
People who have been cheated on often have problems with trusting again because they are afraid that that trust will be broken again and will lead them to unwanted emotions like disappointment and/or sadness. So the important part is to be patient and prove that you are worthy of their trust, that you are not their ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend. This will be a hard process and how long will it take to go through will depend on how much the person was hurt with the event. So except for proving that you won't hurt them, acknowledge their emotions and show them your support.
For someone who has been previously hurt, and in this case, cheated on, to trust you and to love you, in itself, is a wonderful thing. Express your gratitude to the fact they are putting themselves in this vulnerable position for you, because trusting after you have been cheated on is frightening, and requires a lot of courage. One of the best things you can offer them is unwavering, absolute honesty. Be open with them and express your emotions, communication is key in any relationship, and the need for open and free communication and honesty in a relationship with someone who has been cheated on is perhaps even greater. In conclusion; express your honest and true love to them, they may need it and appreciate it more than you know.
Anonymous
July 10th, 2019 10:18pm
Most people who have been cheated on tend to lose a sense of trust with others and a decline in self-esteem. They may feel unworthy of affection, or may think that they aren't good enough. In these situations, you cannot make the solution for them; they have to become comfortable with themselves and others on their own. But you can be supportive of them and offer them words of affirmation such as "I appreciate when you do this for me" or "I really enjoy being with you". If they feel insecure, just know that it isn't anything you're doing wrong.
People who have been cheated on may have trust issues, need more validation than others, etc. As someone who has been cheated on, I can tell you that solid boundaries as well as the ability to be open is very appreciated. However, everyone is different, and it can be very helpful to have a 1-1 conversation with this partner to try and see what they need in the relationship. Being communicative with anyone in a relationship is good, especially in this circumstance. Someone who has been cheated on may be scared to go into another relationship in fear that it may happen again, so try checking in to see what they specifically need.
Anonymous
August 3rd, 2019 3:02am
First, the fact that you're asking this question shows that you're considerate of their needs and how they have been hurt in the past. I think it could really help your partner if you showed this to them too, in a clear way. People who have been cheated on can have trouble trusting that a relationship is real and stable, doubting their own judgement. Your reassurance that you care about them deeply and don't want them to be hurt could go a long way. Another thing you could do is ask them this question yourself. Sometimes people don't know what they need, and that's okay, but they may have some ideas about things that would help them feel more secure and comfortable in your relationship. Even if they don't, you're opening up with honest communication and allowing these sincere conversations about your separate needs in the relationship to occur, and that's always a good thing.
Anonymous
October 18th, 2019 5:21am
dating someone who has been cheated on requires a little bit more work than usual! it has probably taken a lot of courage on their side to move into a new relationship. they could feel a little insecure and doubtful of this new relationship, in fear that it could possibly turn out the same as their previous relationship. therefore, a little bit of patience, reassurance and a lot of you from you would help a lot in this relationship! it is important to show that you're different from the previous person and it's also really important to understand her needs as well.
Anonymous
November 14th, 2019 12:37am
You should move on, or try someone else...If it was hard to date the person that cheated on you, sure it might be hard again...But don't worry, there are many people in your life to love. You have to at least try with love...And go with the flow of your life, even though it is very risky, worrisome, and scary. Dating someone is hard enough, but actually falling in love with someone is very beautiful. If your looking for someone try not to get too attached before they break your heart...Or you break there heart not wanting to, but you know you have to give them up...
Anonymous
January 8th, 2020 3:55pm
You should listen to him/her and get more information as possible. You should make him/her feel that you are here to listen and is willing to help him/her. You should not bring that topic often. Help him/her by talking out of that situation. Often communicate with them. Try to make them feel ease by saying things like that you are there for them and whatever they are feeling is ok and normal.
There's nothing wrong with you. If he/ she cannot accept you for what you are then getting rid of them is the best choice. You will not be regretting larer on.
Anonymous
January 19th, 2020 7:30pm
Just act like your would do in a normal relationship, but just accept the fact that it might they them a little longer to completely trust you. And show them that that's okay. It takes a lot of courage for them to put their trust into someone after being cheated on and that process takes time. Don't try to focus too much on trust by being like: "Want to check my messages?", since it is a natural process that slowly builds itself up. If they want to talk about their feelings, let them. But if they don't want to, don't force them, since they probably want to move on.
Being cheated on sucks, it destroys the element of trust, and makes it much harder to trust one's partner.
However, if one is dating a partner who has been cheated on, One must understand that there will be turbulence due to trust issues and that is not due to themselves, rather the experience of their partner.
Expressions of trust where one wordlessly communicates the value of their partner, works wonders in the long run.
It should also be noted that communication is key. If One feels like the relationship is turbulent, it doesn't hurt to open up a dialog with their partner.
One of the key factors to a healthy relationship is good communication. It sorts out a lot of unnecessary issues in the long run.
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