In a recent discovery, a man found letters and mementos from his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend, leaving him feeling confused and betrayed. He confronted her about it and she admitted to occasionally reading the letters for nostalgia but insisted that she was completely over her ex. The man is now questioning the future of their relationship and wondering if he is just a placeholder for her true love.
Relationship expert Annie Lane advises that it is not uncommon for people to keep mementos from past relationships out of nostalgia, not because they still harbor feelings for an old flame. She recommends being transparent with the girlfriend about his feelings but to believe in her feelings for him. Constantly dwelling on the past will hinder their progress together.
In another letter, a woman expresses feeling left out as her close friend spends more time with a new group of friends, leading to jealousy and hurt. Annie advises the woman to expand her own circle of friends and not let her friend’s new experiences keep her from feeling fulfilled and happy. Friendships naturally evolve and if the relationship is meant to last, they will find their way back to their old closeness.
For more advice on relationships, communication, infidelity, and reconciliation, readers can check out Annie Lane’s second anthology, “How Can I Forgive My Cheating Partner?”. Visit http://www.creatorspublishing.com for more information on the book and send questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.
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