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How to forgive someone who cheated on you?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 28, 2018
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Forgiving is hard, but forgetting is harder. Cheating is something that is done conscious by a human being and it would be really hard to forgive that person, but if you do manage to forgive that person wholeheartedly, you'll feel lighter and better than you are right now.
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Profile: Joyfulsmile
Joyfulsmile on Apr 20, 2018
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I have to forget to live better . what is good about thinking of something heartful matters . forgetting is tha best thing to do
Profile: AtticusJosiah
AtticusJosiah on Apr 25, 2018
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Realize that though it feels like a big thing, Nothing really matters much in the End Game. God forgave us all for everything we did, and that should be the spark behind our forgiveness. Should you withhold forgiveness from someone for some great, singular sin, when God forgave you for all of your sins?
Profile: clearshade
clearshade on May 2, 2018
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I'll ask a question back; why do you need to? If you think you should, the best way to do so is taking a shot at empathy. Were they drunk? Lonely? Confused? Scared? Angry? Humans don't hurt other humans without reason.
Profile: WarmShoulder44
WarmShoulder44 on May 18, 2018
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This is a very unique question and I do strongly believe that the way one would go about answering this depends upon the factors and circumstances that make up the event. The betrayal and distrust that comes with infidelity can be an overpowering feeling for anyone. Cheating can truly make or break a relationship. "Did you just say make one?" Surprisingly yes! Depending on the circumstances and factors, a couple can grow exponentially from a trauma or they can meet the end of the road. Being completely open and honest is important so that both people know what happened and both perspectives are on the table. If it is decided that forgiveness is an option, there are several paths to take. Forgiveness is a strange thing in itself because our confidence in ourself often causes self-doubt when trauma strikes. I believe that forgiveness of unfaithful activities comes by addressing what caused or led to the initial event, addressing existing problems in the relationship, and commitment to the betterment of both partners as a whole. The bad side of these types of events comes about when resentment sets in. It is not healthy and a partner should try not to hold the event over the others head or use it against them. A committment to a better relationship and forgiveness is about coming to terms with what happened, addressing the problems that exist, and building a better relationship.
Profile: SupportiveSockMonkey
SupportiveSockMonkey on May 20, 2018
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It is difficult to do this, sometimes you can't forgive them, it all depends on the type of relationship, how long it is and what exactly happened. Some people find it easier to forgive people than others. If you can't forgive them then it's fine, you should just tell them that.
Profile: TURBOE
TURBOE on May 28, 2018
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I think the best way to do it is forgive the person. i know its easy to say so. But its important for your mental health and for you to kove on.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 31, 2018
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Remember that there may have been other reasons than you think. It may not have been the best choice, but you can still be acquaintances in the end.
Profile: RedVase1234
RedVase1234 on Jun 3, 2018
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Accept the feelings you might be feeling, and understand they are normal. You were hurt, and your feelings are real. If you feel you can continue on a relationship without hurting yourself, or you feel that you can forgive someone for their indiscretion, then consider moving on with the relationship. Have open and frank discussions about your feelings and express your emotions. When you are ready, talk to your partner about what happened, and how they feel as well. This well help you both find common ground and move forward in your relationship.
Profile: glowingHope12
glowingHope12 on Jun 12, 2018
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You first have to know if you really want to still be with that person after they have cheated on you. Once you have decided that then the next step would be to speak about the reasons why that person cheated on you and thereafter take that step of forgiveness. Its more difficult to be the "forgiver" than the "forgived"
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