No one feels comfortable when they find out that someone close to them has lied to them. Especially when it comes to your partner, it's perfectly normal to feel betrayed, angry and sad. At that time, you also have to decide whether you will forgive your partner, or whether you simply cannot continue with the relationship. We asked what experts think about this: should you forgive your partner if you catch him lying?
Every one union in addition to wonderful moments, it also brings those less pleasant. And one of them for sure cognition, to be our partner lied. If you have found yourself in such a situation, the first thing is that you are let it feel- it is quite logical that you are your partner's action hurt and yes you ask, Whats next. We suggest that first well think about it and consider all options.
We suggest that you think carefully first Photo: Hadi Slash / PexelsThink about what a lie it is
At decisions, will you be with the attitude continue, will help you most to judge, for how important the lie goes. You should be aware that we all make mistakes (especially in interpersonal interactions) and yes perfection you won't find it with anyone. If it is a so-called a white lie– i.e. that your partner kept something from you, or for a lie that was told without bad intentions, we suggest that you and your partner talk.
What if it's about a lot, a painful lie? Experts point out that you should put yourself first and your feelings. Only you know what you are in a relationship you will not allow and only you realize what a lie yours would be the ability to trust reduced to the point where the relationship could no longer be maintained to continue.
Observe your partner's actions
The most important thing is that the partner let it be known, that you are his act hurt. When you talk to him, stay respectful, but give it to him to know clearly, that you will not tolerate lies. Then watch his reaction: excuses and denial certainly not a good sign, while for sincere apologies and willingness to work on the relationship the opposite is true.
Then pay attention to how the partner behaves in the future. Yes, Apology is a nice gesture, but the partner will really show his regret only by actions, i.e. by giving you he won't lie anymore. If changes in behavior don't notice, we suggest that you carefully consider whether it is worthwhile in such a relationship to stay.
Keep track of your partner's communication going forward Photo: Cottonbro / PexelsForgive for yourself
Experts advise that in any case make an effort to your partner to forgive. Not because of himself, but for myself: if you will carry in yourself painful grievances, you will only harm by doing so your mental health. Not only will it be yours general well-being worse, but you will also encourage it anger and anxiety.
Remember: forgiveness does not mean, that you must in relation to stay. If you judged that the partner lied too severe, in order to stay with him, it is quite enough for him forgive yourself. This one it's not easy do, but we guarantee you will gasped much easier.
