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Stress and depression after breakup
I was in a relationship with someone who was older to me. She was also married like I am. She and I had very fulfilling and passionate sexual life. But everything else sucked. She was with her husband, and there was another guy who she was dating. She also had a break up recently before she met me. Just about a couple of months before breakup she told me she can't talk on calls and texts as there are chance of phone being traced. This happened suddenly. After this, should meet and have sex but no talks..no contacts after that. I felt used..tired..I decided to call it quits 2 months back. Now, I feel depressed..I feel miserable wen I think of she being physical with someone else or dating someone else. I get nightmares and I feel I should call her up and abuse. I haven't been able to sleep well in last two months. The thought that she cheated on me is killing me. I get suicidal thoughts at times. Please help.
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I can understand how distressing this experience may have been for you. There are a lot of feelings that are resurfacing in your particular case. You feel abandoned by someone who you had grown fond of. She was with you, her husband, and another person, which made you feel like you were not "enough" for her in a way and caused you a lot of distress--so much so that you broke things off with her because she would only contact you for sex, but didn't crave the connection that you did. While you had feelings for her, she was emotionally unavailable. You feel angry that she "used" you in a way and left you feeling sad and depressed. You also feel sad that she didn't want you and your company the way you wanted her. You also feel jealous when you think of her with someone else. All in all, you feel like a fool--as if you were used and cheated. All the things that you're feeling are valid and anyone in your situation will feel the same things. It's important that you work through these emotions in therapy and overcome them once and for all. Here are some things to do when you're feeling down: 1. Channelize your energy into something positive--like working out or doing something that brings you pleasure. 2. Understanding why you're hurt. 3. Writing a letter to her (with pen and paper) and saying everything you wish to say to her. After you're done writing it, just burn it and watch it burn. If you're still married, there are signs that there's something missing in your relationship which got you to seek an affair. It is important to build a bond with your current partner and have your needs met.
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Hello,  it's a positive sign that you want to come out of your problem. Human mind is already complicated , and you as a married man were involved in a physical relationship outside marriage. It makes it difficult. You need professional help.
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Consult a psychological counsellor ASAP.
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Involve yourself in something that you enjoy doing.Spend time with children,  if you have. Don't stay alone, but among family members.
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Hi it seems you are disturbed lot with your past relationship. You're physically & emotionally bonded with past relationship. It seems you're unable to handle her relationship breakup. You want her for your needs. You need to take counseling to further explore & to make yourself strong to handle any life critical scenarios.
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How about your wife.. Is she not been cheated all these while.. Atleast from now on give and be  100% for your family.. Use this phase this breakup for you to work your married life..
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Thank you for reaching out for help. Human relationships are a rocky road that we all have to traverse and though all we need is security and assurance, sometimes these are the most difficult to come by.
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Given your history with the person, you need to first be clear about your expectations and how invested you are in something like this. Being involved with multiple partners romantically or sexually is an indication of mental health issues in many cases. The lady you mentioned could be going through something that she has not addressed yet. With that in mind, please have an online session with me or any counselling psychologist of your choice to talk about your feelings and how you can stop yourself from feeling and being hurt emotionally.
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Do not blame yourself for any of this and also understand that you need not develop hatred or abusive feelings for anyone because it will only leave you feeling bitter and depressed.
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Hello, Glad to know that you want to seek help, breakups are not easy to handle, it is emotionally overwhelming for you.Counseling sessions would help and certain areas need to be explored more.
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Consult a clinical psychologist for detailed evaluation and assessment
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