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September 27, 2008, 12:50 pm PDT

Need some input

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Back in 2003, I realized that I was really doubting everything about me ... my work, relationships, me!

When I picked up SELF MATTERS I was able to learn cognitive therapy and begin the healing process. It's a wonderful tool to teach you how to listen to what you are saying and challenge yourself.  I highly recommend it.  If you are in therapy, you can ask them to teach you it.  It's not hard.

Hi Guys;

I have been struggling with something for a few weeks now and dont know what to do.

I thought maybe I could get some outside unbiased opinions. Sorry; if it doesnt belong here

but I dont know where else to ask this.

I have been hurt and betrayed by a very dear guy friend whom I have known and trusted for

a few years. I found out through various sources about who he really is and not the person

he portrayed to me. He doesnt know that I know about his true self.He is two faced and a phony

and he hid it really well.

Should I confront him and tell him i know all about him or should I just let it go?

 

 
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September 27, 2008, 4:50 pm PDT

okay

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You don't have to confront him but when he comes to you with something let him know he needs to find another person to lie to because you are on to him and excuse yourself. 

 

If you find 5 friends throughout your life you can trust you've done well.  You don't need people like this around you and of course he will act suprised and not know what you are talking about.  Whoever told you things are just not true.      PLEASE..............................................

what you say makes sense and I am hoping for that opportunity but I might not get it.

He is a coward and most likely will never get in touch with me again since last time we did speak

I told him that I cant relate to unhealthy unstable people anymore and that was it.I didnt tell him he is a liar which I will do next time.

I am frustrated because I really didnt get the chance to really say what I wanted.

anyway;

There might be one thing he contacts me about and that will be my chance to tell him he is a liar.

he will do it on email and not call because he hates upfront confrontation.

You are right though. I will wait for the right opportunity. It will come.

Thank you

 

 
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September 28, 2008, 10:38 am PDT

thanks Marcia

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He's in your life for a reason ... as painful as that sounds ... everyone is either our teacher or we are their's or both.

I would accept his true nature and let him go.  It's hard to do ... you can't change him ... if the moment arises and it's time to confront him .. you'll know it.  Boy does that sound strange coming from me.


yes; he was in my life for many reasons and yes its painful because I was not able to trust alot

people and I trusted him.

In my situation him and I were probably teachers and students of each other.

its a very hurtful lesson.

thanks

 

 

 

 
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September 28, 2008, 10:38 am PDT

thanks Marcia

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He's in your life for a reason ... as painful as that sounds ... everyone is either our teacher or we are their's or both.

I would accept his true nature and let him go.  It's hard to do ... you can't change him ... if the moment arises and it's time to confront him .. you'll know it.  Boy does that sound strange coming from me.


yes; he was in my life for many reasons and yes its painful because I was not able to trust alot

people and I trusted him.

In my situation him and I were probably teachers and students of each other.

its a very hurtful lesson.

thanks

 

 

 

 
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September 29, 2008, 11:18 am PDT

I couldnt

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The pain is something we "feel" should be ... I've been working on changing / switching out my need to feel pain for JOY.  A lesson is just a lesson ... be it a person, event, or situation. 

Celebrate him being in your life and how you've evolved because of him.  It's such a joyful time!  You've come to that place where you now can step back and say ...hmmm ... I no longer need him in my life.

I have 2 friends like that.  Both of them way back there ... I'm not sure if they're be in my life much longer or not.  That's there choice.  I choose to move forward, they choose to live as they've always have.  I love them both; however, I know that my journey is taking me to another level.  I felt the "empty elevator" feeling for both relationships and grieve for their lost.  For me the "grieving" takes a day or two.  Now, I'm okay.  I'm focused on what my needs are, on the calm and peace I feel since the grieving period.  Letting go isn't an easy thing.

Have said this better myself. I am starting to switch the pain for joy just now.

Wow; it is all so true.

He was a very dysfunctional person and knowing him made me not move forward in

searching for mentally healthy people as friends.I am doing that now and now know that I am

a better person all around and dont need people like him to drag me down anymore. Its like

that lesson is done and over and time to stop dwelling in dysfunction. know what I mean?

He made me see that.

its true that I no longer need him and I am so much better off and I have evolved cause of it.

I am so greatful for this site and all of you who inspire me each and every day.

thanks

 
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October 1, 2008, 3:01 pm PDT

Linda

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So good to hear from you, even if it's because you were down about a relationship.

He gave you what you needed when you needed it, and that was companionship. The fact that you saw him with clarity and decided that he could no longer help you, and may have proved a continuing problem, shows just how far you have come. You put your own opinions, peace fo mind, and self regard above the need for attention from others. You can now furnish the love you crave yourself. The love you find from others will be icing on the cake.

You are now surrounding yourself with people that are worthy of you, hooray! You deserve it.

Keep your chin up and the spark in your heart.

You dear woman.

when I read this I cried. Thank you so much.

I hope all is well with you and your family.

 

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