Have you ever been asked by the person who hurt you, "Do you still love me?" At first, it seems like a simple question. But for me, every time I hear it, there's a sudden pause in my response. It's not just about love; it's about the emotional weight of everything that happened before.
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Saying "yes" feels hard, as though something is still blocking me from being fully open. I wonder why it's so difficult to just answer "yes." This is a clear sign that the pain of past betrayal is still present, even when I want to move on.
THE EMOTIONAL STRUGGLE
When someone who hurts you asks, "Do you still love me?" it's not just a question—it brings up everything they've done before. The emotional weight becomes so heavy, and I find myself hesitating, wondering, "Do I really still love this person?".
The question makes me stop and think: Am I staying because of love or because of a sense of responsibility? Even though they do many good things and take care of me, the memories of past actions keep coming back.
I can't ignore the betrayal and lies anymore. It makes me wonder if I've truly forgiven them. This heaviness in my heart is a reminder that forgiving betrayal is a longer process than I thought.
THE MOMENT OF REFLECTION
After I say "yes," I walk away feeling confused. I go to my room, and my mind starts to race with questions. I wonder if I'm staying out of love or because I feel obligated. This is when I really started reflecting: "Am I healed?".
I thought I had forgiven them, but a tiny sliver of pain still remains, creeping back into my thoughts. It's as if I've let go, but parts of me are still holding onto something.
This is the tricky part of "forgiving betrayal"—just when you think you're healed, a wave of "pain" comes back, reminding you that healing takes time. Forgiveness after betrayal is not an easy fix; it's a journey that takes patience.
THE HEALING PROCESS
The truth is, forgiveness doesn't come easily. It's a long road. It's about understanding the person who hurt you, realizing their actions might come from their own wounds and struggles.
This emotional pause, this heaviness in my chest, is a sign that I'm still working through it. I've learned that when I forgive, I'm not only releasing myself from the pain, but I'm also helping them.
Letting go of the anger and hurt frees both of us. When I choose to forgive, I'm choosing peace for myself and them. This process of healing from betrayal is what allows me to move forward with more clarity and strength. It's a choice that leads to freedom for both of us.
FINAL THOUGHTS
When the person who hurt me asks, "Do you still love me?" it's a reminder of how much I've grown in this journey of healing after betrayal. It's no longer about them. It's about me finding peace, letting go, and forgiving. Forgiveness after betrayal doesn't mean I forget; it means I stop letting it control me.
Even when the pain tries to come back, I know I've made the choice to forgive. Healing is not a one-time event; it's an ongoing process. With every day, I'm getting stronger, and the heaviness I once felt is starting to fade. I've learned to let go of what I can't change and focus on the peace I can create.
Are you interested in deep reflections on betrayal and self-discovery? If so, you might like a piece I wrote about silent tricky betrayal and how it led to a powerful self-discovery.
Check it out here! 👉 Exposing Silent Tricky Betrayal: How Hidden Lies Led to My Valuable Self-Discovery
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