Why do I feel like I'm cheating on him still, even though we broke up months ago?
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Moderated by Smita Joshi, BA Psychology / MA / Advanced EFT Practitioner
Updated: Jul 6, 2023
kywaaah
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Apr 28, 2022
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We get attached to our loved ones in a very deep way, to the point where when we break up with our significant others, we tend to feel guilty later after a while. This feeling is completely normal and it may be because we got so used to the way we used to live and behave while we were still together with that specific person. You need to remind yourself that what you are doing is not wrong. And it is okay to explore your options. However, if you really feel like what you're doing is also "wrong" in a way, it may be better to reassess your choices. This may be because you haven't completely moved on yet or you still haven't resolved your own issues. We usually feel this way when we still have lingering thoughts or feelings for our significant other. Everyone goes through this and you are not alone. Moving on takes a lot of time, but it doesn't mean you will not be able to do it. You will be able to move on. You can and you will.
peachicus
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May 7, 2022
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A couple things can lead to this feeling the first being who did the breaking up? If it wasn't you then your feelings are likely still linked to your ex and are still intense.
Trying to move on simply feels wrong because you still care for you ex. The other causes can simply be because you miss your ex and the safety the relationship provided.
Change is scary and sometimes your brain gets confused on how it feels.
Keep moving forward though as the more you get used to dating and meeting new people the sooner these feelings will effect you.
If they get worse or you're still not feeling comforable then maybe take a break from trying to date
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