Question 1

Why Do People Cheat on People They Love?

Accepted Answer

Cheating is a harmful choice people make when they feel like:
Their needs are unmet. 
Their partner doesn’t really love or accept them.
They should be praised or appreciated for something, but are being ignored.
They want more excitement or romance. 
They feel trapped or smothered in their relationship.
These reasons don’t make cheating okay. But they could be helpful to consider if you’re consumed by hating the person who cheated on you, or if you’re wanting to forgive them in a healthy way.

Question 2

Why Life Is Not Fair

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Life is not fair. Here are 3 reasons why with advice on how to deal with it.
#1: Life is outside of your control
#2: Life rewards performance, not desire.
#3: Life allows multiple points of view.
Here is advice on how to cope with it.

Question 3

Dating 101: Why Do People Get Jealous?

Accepted Answer

The root of most jealousy is insecurity.  Most often people get jealous because they lack the confidence to believe that they are good enough for their partner. So they are continually suspicious and tend to overreact to the slightest things. So What Can you do?

Question 4

Can You Save Your Relationship After Cheating?

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"Whether a relationship can be saved after cheating is complicated, and depends on the answers to questions like:

- What happened?
- Were you safe with your partner?
- How long has it been?
- Have you sought advice?

It's important not to rush back into a relationship after cheating has happened. especially if there's any risk that the relationship is only a cycle of cheating and abuse."

Question 5

My Boyfriend or Girlfriend Is Cheating: What Do I Do?

Accepted Answer

"If your girlfriend or boyfriend is cheating, you don't have to deal with this painful challenge alone. 

- Acknowledge the Truth
- Create Space for Your Healing
- Nurture Yourself Emotionally and Spiritually
- Ask for Help

Support is available to help heal heartbreak after cheating. With time, you can rebuild hope and trust in people."

Question 6

Relationship Help: I Feel Like People Don’t Respect Me

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People have no respect for you if they are treating you badly without caring how you feel, or if they are constantly putting you down. You might be disrespected due to:

- Having a Bad Reputation
- Being Bullied or Abused
- Because You're in a Toxic Friendship or Relationship

With support, you can learn how to set healthy boundaries and choose relationships that prioritize mutual respect.

Question 7

Does God Care When I Hurt?

Accepted Answer

"There is a crack in everything,” wrote Canadian poet and musician Leonard Cohen. “That’s how the light gets in.”
Our areas of pain can become the exact places where we meet God and experience the intimacy of his comforting presence. “When you pass through the waters,” he says, “I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers they will not sweep over you.” (Isaiah 43:2 NIV)

Question 8

How Long Does it Take to Recover from a Breakup?

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"Healing after a breakup varies for everyone who goes through this experience. Here are some things I've noticed that influence the time it takes for things to feel like they're getting back to normal after a breakup.

- What Happened?
- Are You Ready to Let Go?
- What Support Do You Have?

With support, time, and space to heal, you can get back to a sense of peace and calm."

Question 9

She Broke My Heart, Can I Heal Someday?

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You can heal after heartbreak. But it gets messy, and you have to be ready to reach out for support when you need it. Mike shared his personal story of heartbreak and healing with TheHopeLine. He was able to find hope and move past his emotional wounds. His story may help you, and we can offer you support, too.

Question 10

Four Slippery Steps to Adultery

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"After years of counseling, I've noticed that a root cause of adultery is leaving ourselves unguarded against temptation. This can include: 

- Not guarding our words and actions.
- Not guarding our minds and spirits.
- Not honoring and protecting our bodies as part of our commitment to our spouse.

You can prevent adultery and infidelity with honesty, clear communication, and support."

Question 11

Is Pornography Addiction Harming Your Relationship?

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"Porn use has been linked to unhealthy emotional patterns and relationship issues, including:

- Secrecy: Hiding porn addiction means you cannot be truly open with your partner.
- Shame: If using porn makes you feel ashamed, you might feel more withdrawn from your boyfriend or girlfriend than normal. 
- Fantasizing: Pornography creates unrealistic expectations of sex and physical intimacy that can strain or break a relationship."

Question 12

Should I Take My Cheating Wife Back? EP 30

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If you've been cheated on, whether it’s once, twice, or multiple times, you need some time to heal. It’s important not to jump right back into the same relationship or into a new one. There needs to be time for healing and a time for self-care. If you want to get back together, there needs to be time to make sure both of you want to recommit to each other.

Question 13

Red Flags, but Married Him Anyway

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Some people get divorced because abuse makes them feel unsafe. Others feel trapped by their partner’s addiction. Perhaps there has been infidelity in the relationship. Whatever the reason, divorce can be devastating for everyone in a family. Make sure you have the support you need. If you don’t know where to turn, start with TheHopeLine.  Jewel did. Here's her story.

Question 14

I Can&#8217;t Let a Broken Heart Break My Life

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I can't let a broken heart break my life. There is a choice between giving in to my pain or giving it all to God. I choose the second. I decided to let God give me the strength to endure my moment of pain, to let God walk with me in my darkest time, to let Him hold my hand and show me the way to deal with my brokenness.

Question 15

Moving On: How to Properly Grieve and Heal After a Breakup

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There's no one right answer to "how long does it take to get over a breakup?" Grieving is different for everyone, depending on the situation and your personality. But knowing sadness won't last forever, and that you are still worthy of love after a breakup, can help you move forward with healing your heart sooner.

Question 16

Bible Verses About Liars &#8211; What Does the Bible Say?

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"The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy" (Prov 12:22). Understanding why lying is a sin means we also trust God to protect our hearts and relationships with his laws. God also blesses honesty and truthfulness with peace in our hearts and minds.

Question 17

Is Your Toxic Relationship Sucking the Life out of You? EP 21

Accepted Answer

It takes far more courage to leave a toxic relationship and be single and healthy than to stay in the toxic relationship. There will always be people to date but the question is, who is this person? Am I growing when I'm with them? Am I just going to plow into another relationship unprotected and clamoring to meet needs the other person can't meet?

Question 18

I Can’t Believe They Cheated on Me: EP 15

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"In this podcast, let's answer the question ""what do I do if my boyfriend or girlfriend cheated on me?"" We'll cover:

- How cheating impacts relationships 
- Rebuilding trust
- Being cheated on multiple times

Real people share their stories, so you know you're not alone after being cheated on. You can get support and help right now."

Question 19

I Had Sex and Cheated, Should I Confess? EP 14

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In this episode, we hear from Josh, who really cares about his girlfriend. The fact he cheated on her early in their relationship is weighing on him. Should he tell her what he did? Is the foundation of his relationship strong enough that it can take an earthquake and a few aftershocks? He could own up to it, and seek his girlfriend’s forgiveness, or he could remain silent and live with the guilt and shame.

Question 20

Bible Verses for Cheating &#038; Infidelity &#8211; Help from God

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The Bible commands believers, "You must not commit adultery" (Exodus 20:14). But there are more Bible verses about cheating, infidelity, and how to have healthier relationships. Proverbs 6:32 says, "The man who commits adultery is an utter fool, for he destroys himself". It's important to heed God's word when it comes to understanding the spiritual consequences of cheating.

Question 21

Bible Verses About Sex, Love and Dating &#8211; Help from God

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"For God wants you to be holy and pure and to keep clear of all sexual sin so that each of you will marry in holiness and honor not in lustful passion as the heathen do, in their ignorance of God and his ways." (1 Thes 4:3-5). Our bodies and spirits affect each other. Abstaining from sex can help us in our spirits and frame of mind, too. Learn more. . .

Question 22

15 Signs Your BF-GF May Be Cheating On You

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Test Your Relationship Against These 15 Signs Your Bf/Gf May Be Cheating on You:

1. Emotional Distance 
2. Sensing Something Is Wrong
3. Spending Less Time Together
4. They Don't Invite You to Do Things
5. Sudden Schedule Changes
6. ""You Should Spend Time with Other People""
7. Secret Keeping
8. Unusual Phone Activity
9. They Don't Confide in You Anymore
10. Intense Anxiety and Irritability 

Read 5 more signs.

Question 23

5 Life-Changing Steps for the Cheater

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If you've cheated, it's important to respect your partner's wishes for how to move forward, but there are things you can do to mend the relationship. 
- Acknowledge you messed up and seek forgiveness. 
- End all communication with the person you cheated with. 
- Give your partner time to heal. 
- Answer their questions honestly.
Get more tips to heal after cheating from TheHopeLine.

Question 24

How to Find a Meaningful Relationship

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The keys to finding a meaningful relationship are:
- Prioritizing Your Values
- Taking Your Time to Get to Know People
- Not Rushing Intimacy
- Being Aware of Your Own Hang Ups in Relationships and Working to Have a Healthier View of Yourself and Others
Get dating advice and mentoring to build healthier relationships now at TheHopeLine.

Question 25

Your BF/GF is Cheating on You&#8230;Now What?

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If you have ever uncovered the painful truth that the person you feel you love is cheating on you, you probably asked yourself: What am I supposed to do now? What should my response be to this betrayal? Learn how to respond to cheating in a healthy way that won't further damage you emotionally.

Question 26

Let&#8217;s Talk About Cheating

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Many people who have been hurt or cheated on many times in past relationships find that they now have a hard time simply pressing the reset button and starting over. They began with some idealistic notions about romance but eventually grew very discouraged and cynical about relationships and are losing hope." Learn more about the long-term impact of cheating.

Question 27

Cheating &#8211; Why Not Just End the Relationship?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not to end a relationship after cheating is up to the people in the relationship. Sometimes the cheating happens because people are afraid to end it. Other times, it doesn't feel emotionally safe to get back together after cheating, or people cheat because they're ready to move on. Finding someone you trust to talk about cheating can help.

Question 28

My Boyfriend Cheated on Me &#8211; 6 Things NOT To Do

Accepted Answer

Here Is What Not To Do When You've Been Cheated On

1. Don't Get Even: Getting even risks causing more harm. Don't lower yourself by retaliating, but say to yourself, ”I'm too good for that.”
2. Don't Rebound: Rushing into another relationship doesn't leave you time to heal.
3. Get Support: You have some deep pain to work through after cheating. Talk to a mentor, counselor, or therapist you can trust, rather than trying to handle it yourself.

Question 29

Why Did Your Guy Cheat on You?

Accepted Answer

"The subject of cheating can be very personal and you are likely looking for personal answers. You can ask yourself questions like:

- What do I wish I knew about my boyfriend and our relationship?
- Were there warning signs I didn't notice?
- Am I doing what I can to take care of myself?
If you're swimming in questions, it's okay to reach out for help."

Question 30

5 Reasons Why Guys Cheat on GFs &#038; What It Means

Accepted Answer

Cheating is never okay, but it's natural to wonder "why do men cheat, and why have so many guys I know cheated on their girlfriends?". Every situation is different, but I've noticed some dominant reasons for cheating include: guys (or girls) are insecure, there's drama without clear communication, or people don't break up when it's time, before cheating happens.

Question 31

Why Lust is Destructive

Accepted Answer

Lust literally means over-desire. It is when you take something that is good, twist it, and add cravings to it so you are consumed with it until you are gratified. Lust harms our relationships because when we act out of lust, a person’s body is far more important to us than his or her soul.

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