Dear Questioner,
Greetings!
I extend a gesture of empathy and understanding towards you, acknowledging your struggles with letting go.
First, it is necessary to address the residual emotional issues that may be impeding progress.
You perceive a sense of imbalance. He has been involved in more than two prior relationships, whereas you have only been involved in one. Additionally, he has engaged in extramarital affairs with multiple partners, whereas you have only been involved in one such relationship.
This results in a sense of being cheated.
You perceive yourself to have been the victim of a deceitful act. During the period of your relationship, your partner was still involved with his former girlfriend and provided you with false information, stating that they had terminated their relationship. He had been involved with multiple former partners, but only admitted to you that he had been involved with two.
You indicated that there were numerous issues, but after a thorough examination, only two primary concerns emerged: the first is the perception of infidelity, and the second is the sensation of imbalance.
Subsequently, it would be beneficial to ascertain whether an understanding of these two issues has been achieved following the period of cohabitation. From the aforementioned account, it can be discerned that an understanding has been reached.
It is possible that he did not disclose the entirety of the truth. In any case, you pardoned him at the time and elected to continue the relationship. Less than a year later, you were officially married.
Given that you initially opted for forgiveness, it is perplexing why you are experiencing doubts, imbalances, anxiety, and pain as you prepare to enter the marriage hall.
It would be beneficial to calm down and analyze the reasons behind your emotional state. Is it simply because he informed you of a few additional former romantic partners and their history?
It is important to understand the nature of your anger.
From an alternative perspective, it would be beneficial to consider your boyfriend's actions from his point of view.
What were the motivating factors behind his infidelity?
During the period of his romantic involvement, he provided false information regarding the number of his previous romantic partners and concealed a few of them in order to gain your trust. This can be considered a relatively minor act of deception.
It would have been advisable to divulge all pertinent details of your past to your partner, and thus, it would have been reasonable to expect him to do the same. Had he disclosed the full extent of his past at the time, it is likely that you would have chosen to pardon him.
The rationale behind your boyfriend's decision to divulge certain information to you is not simply a result of your persistent inquiries. Rather, it was driven by his belief that you had already initiated the marriage license process and were unlikely to terminate the relationship. Consequently, he felt emboldened to share details about his past that he had previously withheld.
From his perspective, his thoughts and actions are not unexpected, and it is evident that he cares about you deeply.
It is therefore unnecessary to dwell on this any further and it would be advisable to once again understand and forgive him.
What are the underlying causes of this perceived imbalance?
It is important to recognise that everyone has a past, and that both parties involved in a relationship will have had previous relationships prior to meeting their current partner. It is therefore unnecessary to compare the number of previous relationships that each individual has had and to strive for balance in this area.
Do you feel aggrieved because he has had five previous relationships and you have only had one or two?
It is important to recognise that people are emotional creatures. For those who are sentimental, the end of a relationship will inevitably leave a psychological impact, resulting in feelings of hurt and pain. Therefore, rather than striving for equilibrium, it is more beneficial to acknowledge the positive aspects of the current relationship and express gratitude for having only one ex-partner and a current partner with whom one can build a life. It is essential to empathise with your boyfriend for having experienced multiple relationships and to identify if he has been hurt. By demonstrating compassion and understanding, you can facilitate his healing and assist him in moving on from the past.
In conclusion, I offer a few pieces of advice.
It is recommended that you cease dwelling on past events and choose to forgive your boyfriend. It would be beneficial to let go of your obsession with the so-called cheating and imbalance.
The act of letting go of these entanglements is akin to relinquishing the potential for self-harm. Upon doing so, one experiences a profound sense of bodily relaxation.
It would be prudent to choose to be grateful. One should be grateful that one's boyfriend finally told one everything about his past, which took a great deal of courage.
He made this choice, which demonstrates his profound regard for you. He aspires to be a source of goodness in your life and is reluctant to confront certain issues. His current conduct evinces a desire to live a virtuous life with you, which is a testament to his character. Instead of attributing blame, it would be more constructive to express gratitude for his actions.
It is important to continue to develop and grow as a couple. The foundation of a successful marriage and family is built on mutual respect and understanding between both partners.
A wise woman will neither dwell on her partner's past nor bring up his past on a regular basis. What has been done is done, and what is important is to make the most of every day, both now and in the future.
By becoming a wise woman, one who is not perplexed by significant issues and unperturbed by minor concerns, couples can establish an optimal relationship and foster a perfect family. This will ensure that their child is raised in a warm family environment and has a promising future.
It is my sincere hope that you will be able to let go and love your child with all your heart, embracing the opportunity to grow old together.
It is my sincere hope that you will experience a life filled with joy and contentment.
Comments
I can see how much pain you're in, and it's completely understandable to feel this way. The darkness seems to bring out all the emotions that you've been holding back. It's hard when trust has been broken, even if it was before your relationship began. Maybe talking to a therapist could help you process these feelings.
The night does make everything seem more intense. I know you're trying to move forward, but those past lies keep haunting you. It's important to communicate with your partner about your feelings. He might not fully understand how his past actions affect you until you explain it to him.
It sounds like you're carrying a heavy burden, and it's okay to feel upset over what you've discovered. Trust is such a vital part of any relationship. Perhaps setting aside time to discuss your concerns with him might help both of you find a path forward together.
I can hear the sadness in your words, and it's clear that you're struggling with the knowledge of his past. It's not easy to reconcile what you knew with what you've learned. Have you thought about expressing your feelings to him? Sometimes, just being heard can make a difference.
You're feeling so conflicted, and it's hard to reconcile the man who lied to you with the one who's now treating you well. It's natural to question everything. Maybe writing down your thoughts and feelings could help you sort through them. It might also be beneficial to talk to someone outside the situation for an objective perspective.