Your Age: 21-30
Length of Relationship : 6 - 10 years
How long ago did the betrayal occur?: A while ago - 6-12 months
How did you learn about it?: I heard from my sister who’s friend told her that my boyfriend slept with her friend, who was my boyfriend coworker.
Describe how you are feeling now, or how you felt when you found out.: Right now I feel lost. I feel confused and I feel insecure. I dream of how I will get over this feeling and if I will ever move on from it.
How have your normal habits changed (eating, sleeping, etc)?: I don’t sleep through the nights.
What are you using to cope with your emotions? Is it working for you?: I started seeing a therapist shortly after and soon found some calming hobbies like yoga and reading to ease my mind.
What are your next steps?: It’s hard to say. I don’t often looking forward to the future and I often feel I can’t trust anyone and i often feel rejected by the world
What emotions have come up for you as you've been going through this? (select all that apply):Shock/Disbelif, Anger, Sadness, Alone, Afraid, Betrayed, Cornered/Forced
What emotions are missing from the list?:
What advice would you give to others in this situation?: You don’t need to make any decisions right away. Do what feels right for you.
What else would you like to share?: It’s not easy and anyone going through this has a different experience and different way of handling it.