I laughed it off, pretending I had confused the weekends, and let it go.
But deep down, I knew he had lied, and I didnt bring it up.
I was angry and hurt by the lie.
I confronted him about it, and his excuse was that he wanted to make her current boyfriend jealous.
I chose to forgive him and stayed.
By this time, I was divorced.
I started seeing other people, but he was always in the picture.
Eventually, I had his baby.
He claimed she had been seeing someone else for a while, which several people had confirmed.
He told me to call the police and press charges, but I couldnt do it.
His children had witnessed their mothers actions, and I didnt want to put them through more pain.
He kept insisting, but my heart wouldnt let me do it.
Eventually, she signed the divorce papers she had been holding on to for ten years.
Still, she continued to blame me for her broken marriage and harassed me.
He and I eventually moved in together, and I have a decent relationship with his kids.
She moved on with someone else, yet she still talks about me and my child.
To be honest, I dont know if he ever told me the full truth.
I feel like he lied to both of us and that he might be a borderline narcissist.
I feel trapped now, as though I brought this upon myself and dont deserve to feel happiness.
He claims that I overthink things and make life complicated.
Many times, I feel I would be happier alone, but I dont want to hurt my child.
Life is so twisted at times.
Experts Advice
You are not trappedyou have choices.
Its clear that youve been in relationships where deception and uncertainty have left you feeling powerless.
Guilt and self-blame wont change the past, but self-awareness can shape your future.
You deserve a relationship built on honesty, respect, and emotional security.
If you feel that youd be happier alone, explore what that looks like for you.
Seek clarity, trust your instincts, and dont be afraid to prioritize your own happiness.
Healing starts when you believe you are worthy of it.
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