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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " hey just accept his apology and move on he doesn't deserve a reply | |||
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"I you are to forgive him then i'd so do it quick and then forget about him. By the sounds of it you are being very generous in forgiving them and that speaks very highly of your character " I still feel so much for him but I now feel more for myself. I kinda feel like I should make him wait a bit as he's not used to that from me so it's a way of showing things have changed | |||
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"Life is too short. Question yourself.. do you really want to spend more time and energy in the circle or break free and move on. Self worth. Good luck." | |||
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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " I’d reply in writing immediately, accepting his apology and setting out very firmly that his actions have hurt you deeply and that there is no possibility of ever having any sort of a relationship....... then make sure you never have anything to do with him ever again, no matter what the circumstances. Good luck | |||
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"Ignore, move on dom diddy dom " Not worth her time | |||
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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " Make him wait for the forgiveness. Failing that just leave him in the cold | |||
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"I wouldnt get back in touch. Once theyve gone theyve gone" This. You replying is giving him what he wants. You thinking about him again. It’s all a game. Bin him and move on permanently. You don’t need closure, you got that when you ended it. | |||
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"Ignore, move on dom diddy dom Not worth her time " i agree i said it further up | |||
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"I wouldnt get back in touch. Once theyve gone theyve gone This. You replying is giving him what he wants. You thinking about him again. It’s all a game. Bin him and move on permanently. You don’t need closure, you got that when you ended it." Yeah agree with what has been said, no matter what you say it will most likely be manipulated to show him as a changed person and loving etc etc then give it a few weeks and bam hurt again | |||
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"Not sure sorry" This, without more details, which are none of our business of course, hard to advise. Look after yourself OP | |||
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"I you are to forgive him then i'd so do it quick and then forget about him. By the sounds of it you are being very generous in forgiving them and that speaks very highly of your character I still feel so much for him but I now feel more for myself. I kinda feel like I should make him wait a bit as he's not used to that from me so it's a way of showing things have changed " I think the vast majority of people have been in this situation at some point in their lives. It does sound like they are still exercising some form of control over you though in a way. Once you forgive them, if you choose, block their number and move on. Lifes too short | |||
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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " I'm not a boy but how will you leaving it a specific amount of time let you know he's genuine? | |||
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"Thank you all . Lots of good advice. It's the sort of advice I give others but often ignore myself !" I wouldn't trust us. We're all nutjobs. | |||
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"Write him a letter of forgiveness and then destroy it, i.e. never send it. You will get the closure but he won't be under any illusion there is anything more to it. L x" I agree with this. No need to tell him you've forgiven him. He doesn't deserve to know. If you reply you open up the lines of communication again. P.S. I don't take my own advice either OP! | |||
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"Sounds like a narcissist, didn't have a problem in repeatedly treating you like you were stupid and a doormat. I would guess he's at a loose end, needs his ego stroked, and sees you as easy prey. I'd possibly return the letter, no explanation and I'm sure he'll go away. If you explain why not, he'll just see it as a challenge." This I've been in a similar situation and wish I had listened to people who said ignore him. Easier said though xxx | |||
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"Sweetheart, you still want him, that is what the problem is. So many of us can't help investing in people that hurt us, and the truth is that like so many still, this will only be over for you when you wake up without the strength to mentally invest in it any more. Ride it out, even if you make a fool of yourself again, it doesn't matter, this will end I promise you, but only when you wake up without the strength to make it as important to you as it has been. Don't blame yourself for being foolish or having feelings where they don't deserve to be. This will end. Please keep living in the meantime whilst you ride this out xxx " I agree with a lot of this but I'm not in love with him. I fell for the idea of him he created which wasn't real . I know that now which is great. The point is really that I kinda want to just make him fully aware of what he did and yes make him feel a wee bit bad into the bargain! | |||
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"Sweetheart, you still want him, that is what the problem is. So many of us can't help investing in people that hurt us, and the truth is that like so many still, this will only be over for you when you wake up without the strength to mentally invest in it any more. Ride it out, even if you make a fool of yourself again, it doesn't matter, this will end I promise you, but only when you wake up without the strength to make it as important to you as it has been. Don't blame yourself for being foolish or having feelings where they don't deserve to be. This will end. Please keep living in the meantime whilst you ride this out xxx I agree with a lot of this but I'm not in love with him. I fell for the idea of him he created which wasn't real . I know that now which is great. The point is really that I kinda want to just make him fully aware of what he did and yes make him feel a wee bit bad into the bargain! " Why not write him one final letter tomorrow. Tell him you've forgiven his behaviour and moved on in your life, older and wiser. Wish him well for the future and close the chapter, firmly. | |||
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"Write a letter explaining what they done, how it hurt you, state how it has made you stronger & wise and that you thank him for the lessons & forgive him for what he done. Read it aloud & burn it. You forgive for yourself, not for others " Emoji's not from fab don't work then opps Sending a letter implies it's the only way to contact you too. Narcissist's thrive on contact good or bad. It's gives them fuel. Hence above. | |||
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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. I wouldnt waste your time reply. The best revenge is silence. Your silence is a sign, that you have moved on and dont need him in your life. He had his chance. If you reply, it makes you sound interested even if you say youre not. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " | |||
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"Sweetheart, you still want him, that is what the problem is. So many of us can't help investing in people that hurt us, and the truth is that like so many still, this will only be over for you when you wake up without the strength to mentally invest in it any more. Ride it out, even if you make a fool of yourself again, it doesn't matter, this will end I promise you, but only when you wake up without the strength to make it as important to you as it has been. Don't blame yourself for being foolish or having feelings where they don't deserve to be. This will end. Please keep living in the meantime whilst you ride this out xxx I agree with a lot of this but I'm not in love with him. I fell for the idea of him he created which wasn't real . I know that now which is great. The point is really that I kinda want to just make him fully aware of what he did and yes make him feel a wee bit bad into the bargain! " Why be involved with him,anymore, you sound like you want to be. Have some self respect and ignore him. | |||
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"Blimey! Narcissism must be really easy to diagnose. A guy treats a woman badly, she goes back for more. He realises that he can do what he likes and she'll keep going back. One day she goes quiet so he sends her a letter, none of us can infer his motive much less diagnose a personality disorder. The only thing we know is that for whatever reason neither of them seem to be able to walk away from this. It's a story as old as time." mine was diagnosed by a psychologist | |||
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"Blimey! Narcissism must be really easy to diagnose. A guy treats a woman badly, she goes back for more. He realises that he can do what he likes and she'll keep going back. One day she goes quiet so he sends her a letter, none of us can infer his motive much less diagnose a personality disorder. The only thing we know is that for whatever reason neither of them seem to be able to walk away from this. It's a story as old as time." re-read my response to the OP. I don't think I made it clear enough for clarity ..... I am talking about my ex who is diagnosed and how I had to learn how to respond to his behaviour etc I was not suggesting OPs ex is a narcissist | |||
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"So I'm not one to play games ever. I don't like it and I'm too much a tell it like it is kind of girl. Someone I was seeing last year (not from here) really hurt me a lot . I stupidly allowed him to do it a few more times. He's now sent a very heartfelt letter of apology. I won't ever allow him to hurt me again. We are done and I mean that, but I do want to forgive him and let him know I have. I'm the bigger person. The question is how long should I leave it before I respond to know for sure he actually means it and isn't just bored and looking for a quick fix from an easy target . The no response will drive him mad which is in some ways deserved. " Chances are he will do it again if he has done it more than once. People can't change their nature. You only need to respond if you want him back in your life. If you however have shut that door for good then don't. No response is necessary. He will likely contact again asking whether you read the letter at which point you say that you did and that you shut the door. End of story. My thoughts at least! | |||
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"I personally that you should reply when you feel ready for it. Do not care how long it 'must' take...and all those shizzles! Acknowledge his apology and like you said forgive him without ever forgetting what he has done. If you feel that you are able to talk to him without being emotionally invovle then you should. Otherwise avoid keeping in contact with him but still acknowledge his letter. " Very sound advice | |||
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