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My father is having an extramarital affair. Part of me wants to end my relationship with him for cheating on my mom, but i worry that he will be depressed as he loves me a lot. How do I deal with this situation?

Profile: readingDream88
readingDream88 on Nov 17, 2017
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This sounds like a very difficult situation to be in, and it sounds like your loyalties are being torn. The choice is ultimately up to you, but I'd recommend thinking about the pros and cons, and then figuring out what you think would be right.
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Profile: HelpingMindandHeart
HelpingMindandHeart on Nov 30, 2017
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Be open and honest with your father tell him how you feel about the situation and that you care about him and still loves him . Your father love you and he'll appreciate your honesty and way of handling the situation
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allnaturalUnicorns70 on Dec 14, 2017
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What do you think will positively accomplished by that decision? If you need to protect yourself from hurt, that makes sense. If you mean to punish him, that rarely works out well. Maybe a respectful sit down with dad discussing your disapproval of this behavior might be helpful?
Profile: plushNutella27
plushNutella27 on Dec 14, 2017
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Even though you may feel hurt that your father is cheating on your mother, it does not mean he cares for you any less than he ever has! it makes sense you want to be upset and have some space from him. Its normal to feel that way, especially when your feeling hurt that your family unit is being broken. Working together as a family is the best next step to move forward so that everyone is healthy and happy. Honest and open communication is always needed so everyone knows how the other person feels! I hope this helps some!
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stanleykubfreak on Dec 29, 2017
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It’s understandable how you feel, when your father cheates your mother you may feel like he cheates you too (like she cheated his father role). And maybe you feel like “he upset my mother and I can’t deal eith that” but this is situation between your mother and your father. This is not about you, i know it it’s family issue some parts but you can talk to him about that parts and solve them if you don’t want to lose him. But if he is being mean to you all the time and you already want to end your relationship with your father it shouldn’t be your reason you should talk to him and say you don’t want him to be in your life and you may tell the reasons you have. If you feel too stressed or you can’t take it anymore please feel free to share with me. I’m open minded and supportive text me anytime.
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Anonymous on Jan 7, 2018
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Yes that is something to be angry about. I think if you cut ties you might be sad too, when the anger dies down. I suggest, if possible, let him know how you feel and that it's not fair to be married to someone and spend time outside rather spending time on your marriage to make it better. Every marriage requires work but once it's worked out, it can be a strong and rewarding relationship.
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Anonymous on Jan 7, 2018
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If this is hurting you, you should tell your father. If he loves you, he would end this affair he is having, or he would tell your mother and deal with it then. You do not have to end the relationship with your father, you need to talk to him. Communication is very important, especially amongst people you care about and people who care about you. Hope this helps.
Profile: ConnerAlexzander
ConnerAlexzander on Feb 16, 2018
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Tell him how you feel, and that he needs to end it because it hurts both you and your mother, and your family as a whole. Warn him that you do not approve of what he is doing, but continue to love him anyway.
Profile: comfortingRabbit47
comfortingRabbit47 on Feb 21, 2018
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Never ever doubt the power of communication. Talking to him about how you entirely feel is the best way to go. BUT! This could work effectively if you calm down and control your emotions first. Nothing is worse than letting your emotions to run the situation.
Profile: carefreeHeart57
carefreeHeart57 on Feb 23, 2018
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An extramarital affair is between the husband and wife. If your mom is aware of the infidelity, then you can be there to support her, but it is not your place to judge or take sides. Support comes in all forms: helping around the house, asking her to go out to the mall to spend time together, surprising her by emptying the dishwasher or cleaning your room. Although you may be angry with your father, there is no need to end the relationship now. You may want to step back, be supportive of your Mom and see what happens. This is, after all, their problem to resolve.
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