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February 8, 2015 at 3:06 pm #72505
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InactiveTo clarify, both women filed for divorce, he did not. The first marriage lasted 2 years and ended JAN 14′, he re-married MAR 14′ and the current divorce wasn’t filed until DEC 14′. He and I met SEPT 14′.
Just today, he said I am the love of his life…am I a complete idiot or is he just really cunning
February 8, 2015 at 4:52 pm #72508Yue
ParticipantHi Britt,
I often find that the best way to find if someone is lying is to compare what they say with what they do. If the two things are inconsistent, as you have pointed out with multiple examples, then there is a good chance he is not telling the truth especially if he will only explain when he is caught. On top of that, if you spend a lot of time with someone who constantly make you feel terrible about yourself, it will eventually deplete yourself respect to a point where you doubt every single decision that you make.
You know this.
So it’s not that he is more cunning that you but there is something within yourself that allow this mistreatment to continue ignore the mountain of evidence you brain collated against the case. Instead of spending time and energy on why he behaves this way or what can be done about it, focus on what you are going to do about the situation because you cannot change his behaviour. When you picture your ideal partner, is he the kind of person that you want? If not, then you are only wasting time and energy into something that’s not going to go the distance.
February 8, 2015 at 5:06 pm #72509maggie mac
ParticipantNot only do his actions prove there is NO love for you, he is sick sick sick!
I hope you will get away from him as soon as possible. People who love do not treat others in that manner.1 Corinthians 13
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.8 Love never fails.
Love does not dishonor others or is selfseeking or easily angered… doesn’t keep a list of wrongs… ALWAYS PROTECTS
Do you feel protected?
Get out while you can. His behavior will likely escalate into violence.February 9, 2015 at 5:11 am #72534Inky
ParticipantHi Britt,
Always trust your first instinct. On your first meeting, you felt turned off by him. “When someone shows you who they really are, believe them,” the saying goes.
Also, men treat you best before the wedding (not that you would marry him LOL). You were NOT treated like a queen or even a princess, or even like a girlfriend! I wouldn’t treat a stranger that way! The next time someone puts you down, makes you second guess yourself or makes you feel bad, get OUT of there!!
Lastly, OMG, still married. What a creep. Leave and don’t even say goodbye. Block his numbers. Delete him from social media. Snub him in public. Call the cops when he stops by. Contact his wife LOL.
Shake the Dust from your Shoes,
February 9, 2015 at 9:51 am #72539Ashley Arcel
ParticipantBritt,
Once upon a time, I met a man I quickly developed feelings for. He was tall, handsome, witty, capable and fun to be around. We began a relationship and it quickly blossomed. We spent all of our free time together and things got heated pretty quickly. About four months after we met (we kept our horses at the same barn) I heard a friend of his mentioning his wife and….wait for it….child. I was within earshot and, although he abruptly switched topics, he knew I had heard the conversation. Later, I confronted him about it and he said that he hadn’t told me because he cared about me and didn’t want to scare me off…etc.etc. and that it was no big deal because they were in the process of getting divorced. Their baby was five months old at this point (which obviously means we had gotten together immediately after its birth) and both the wife and child were across the country. I was horrified but, since I liked him, I continued the relationship with him, trusting that what he was telling me was true and that all would be well.
I was wrong. I spent about a year with him and over the course of that year, he slept with numerous other women (his wife included), he lied in ways I didn’t realize were humanly possible, he raged at me for asking questions, and he effectively banged my heart up and made it really difficult to have a normal relationship for several years after that. I stayed with him because he told me what I wanted to hear — that he loved me and that I was “the one” (for what it’s worth, he got back together with his wife and had two more children with her) and that things would work out between us if I could only be patient. Because I was young and ill-equipped and struck dumb by the absurdity of the situation, I stayed and I waited and I put myself entirely on the back burner in order to make an impossible relationship work. I blew off my family and my friends. I treated myself and my life terribly and, in the end, all the pain was redoubled because I hadn’t just walked away when I first heard about that wife and that baby girl. If I have one major regret in life…it is that relationship.
So…here’s my advice to you. Run away and do it now. I know that you have feelings for this man but there is no good that can come of this. Relationships (the good ones) are built on honor, integrity, trust and mutual respect. Not only has this man shown you none of these things but I doubt whether he is actually capable of showing ANYONE these things. The fact that two other women have divorced him is evidence enough of this. In deference to yourself, your self-respect and the state of your heart, hit the road and do it fast. You’ll look back later and be grateful.
Also, please reach out to me if you want to talk about these things. I know where you’re at and I know how difficult it is. You have my thoughts and my support as well as my staunch urging…leave. Now.
Best,
Ashley
February 9, 2015 at 8:38 pm #72572Tir
ParticipantHe has shown you who he is, now believe him. When someone is so negative and controlling as well as duplicitous to make you doubt yourself, your character and your own beliefs, it is time to go. Nothing you wrote makes me think there is anything positive about a future with this man. Love is giving and kind, not selfish and hurtful.
February 10, 2015 at 10:46 am #72584Danielle
ParticipantBritt,
I wish I had some insightful quote to make you recognize how much more you deserve than this guy, but you don’t. I know exactly what it’s like being in a toxic relationship, and when you’re in it, god is hard to see things clearly.
The best advice I could offer is to consider what you would tell your best friend if she were dealing with a situation identical to yours. Often we give the best advice, to everyone but ourselves. Think of someone you love (NOT HIM) and consider them being in your shoes, and seeking your opinion on the matter. Would you tell them to stick around? Or would you tell them how much they are worth, how this man’s actions are making them feel and they should use the next opportunity to get out ASAP?
You seem bright and witty, and I’m sure you would advise someone you love the latter. Provide that same love to yourself! You know you deserve more from a relationship. The people we surround ourselves with are supposed to make us happy, and challenge us to grow and become a better person, not break us down and make us consider if we are worth their time.
He sounds like a hurt man who never fully digested any of the problems life may have thrown at him. That’s sad for him. But someone who truly loved you wouldn’t bring you down into that empty hole with them. I just hope that you haven’t begun to believe the things he’s told you.
I wish you the best, girl.
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