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How do I stay in a relationship after being hurt?
Below are some steps for how to forgive and trust again once you’ve been hurt.
- Forgive yourself. An important part of the forgiveness process is forgiving yourself.
- Forgive the other person.
- Trust yourself.
- Trust the other person.
How do you get over something your partner did that hurt you?
How to Ask for Forgiveness
- Show true contrition and remorse for the pain that you’ve caused.
- Be willing to make a commitment to not hurt your partner again by repeating the hurtful behavior.
- Accept the consequences of the action that created the hurt.
- Be open to making amends.
How do I trust him after being hurt?
Rebuilding trust when you’ve hurt someone
- Consider why you did it. Before you embark on the process of rebuilding trust, you’ll first want to check in with yourself to understand why you did it.
- Apologize sincerely.
- Give your partner time.
- Let their needs guide you.
- Commit to clear communication.
What should I do if I’m unable to forgive my partner?
Don’t try to hurry the process. Seek professional counseling to help you let go and forgive if you are still unable to forgive, or you find yourself dwelling on the betrayal or hurt. If you are the partner who has caused hurt, you can ask for forgiveness in an effort to rebuild trust in the relationship.
Should you forgive your spouse after a one night stand?
While it’s true that the act of forgiving can lead to reunion—“It was only a one-night stand, after all, and we’ve been married for 10 years; I’m forgiving and staying”—you can also choose to forgive and to divorce an unfaithful spouse. Moreover, cultural tropes aside, forgiving is not forgetting, or denying, either.
What happens when you don’t forgive yourself for a long time?
Nursing your hurt (whether real or perceived) for too long can eventually make it turn into something more—hate and extreme bitterness. Lack of forgiveness can also wear you down. Being unforgiving takes both a physical and mental toll. Resentment gains momentum and chips away at the foundation of your well-being and your relationship.
What is forgiveness and why is it important?
Forgiveness is a conscious decision and a practice of releasing feelings of resentment. Forgiveness can provide you and your partner with the tools to process and move on. Even though you may find it find it difficult, being able to forgive is crucial for the long haul. Get Advice From The Verywell Mind Podcast