So What Should I Do?
March 25, 2006 by crimson-zang
After infidelity - should I give it another chance?
It’s a bitter blow when a partner cheats. Most people think it signals the end o f the relationship, but contrary to common belief there is life after infidelity. Many couples choose to stay together and successfully rebuild their relationship. That’s not to say life after an affair is easy, so you want to be sure whether you should give it a second go. Following are signs that your relationship deserves one more chance:
- The affair has ended. Your partner has no contact with the other party.
- Your unfaithful partner is sorry for the pain he or she has caused, and is able to empathise with your sorrow.
- Your partner takes full responsibility for the affair, irrespective of the problems that existed in the relationship.
- Both of you believe your relationship is worth saving.
- The guilty party is prepared to do everything to rebuild trust and love – including letting you know where they are, who they are with and what they talked about.
- You are able to forgive your unfaithful partner and move on.
It can take months or years to repair, but it is possible and your relationship can be stronger than before.
Taken from: http://g1.ninemsn.com.au/au13/799
