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Reformed cheaters - what's worked for you?

I am what I would consider a "reformed cheater." Never in marriage, only with boyfriends, but I really do not want to cheat on my current boyfriend, as I am lucky to have him in my life and don't want to screw up.

Therefore, I am wondering what's worked for anyone else who considers themselves a "reformed cheater" - someone who used to cheat but doesn't anymore... because I believe people really can change for the better! So, any advice for staying faithful in my times of curiosity would be really helpful!

*If all you want to do is condemn past indiscretions of other people or lecture me, please don't bother answering this. I want advice to be a better person, not to get slammed for the past. Thanks!*

Update:

To bru69w: by "cheating" I mean making out with other guys - not sex! But thanks for the assumption! I guess I should have clarified - I don't really believe it's cheating because I've not make a legal commitment, but I think most people consider making out with someone else cheating...

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    What I did was say to myself "Would a piece of sh*t do that?" And then if they would... then I wouldn't do that thing. It's worked well.

  • 1 decade ago

    I am glad that I read the last statement, cause I was sure going to let you have it. lol... But you have to really believe in your heart. You are the one who has to forget your past, dont worry about what other people think. To be perfectly honest, there is no such thing as "cheating" until you are married and make that promise to God. So feel it in your heart, to not do it again. And have faith and keep ya legs closed...*smile*

  • 1 decade ago

    I think it is a few things:

    1. Truly loving the person you are with. If you don't, it is easy to cheat.

    2. Having a high self worth. You don't depend on someone else making you feel good.

    3. Finding God. He is the ultimate healer He can and will make you a better person if you let him.

  • 1 decade ago

    okay, so i have never cheated on anyone but i have had many firends cheat on their boyfirend or gilrfriend, and the best thing i can tell you is to have an honst realationship, you must be open...

    talk to him and tell him you would like his help in the matter...tell him how you really feel and tell him about your worries...i'm sure that if he's a good guy, he'll help you out...what are you two there for any ways? you two are there to help oneanother in times like these...

    i hope this might help you and i hope all goes well...

    i'll keep you in my prayers

  • 1 decade ago

    i hope i dont sound like a total dork...but you might want to consider counseling.

    it will help you find out why you cheated in the past, and how to prevent it in the future. their are also many self-help books that work with insecurities. if your secure in yourself you dont have to search for love during those tough spots in relationships.

    best of luck in your search! and congrats on reforming your ways! its never to late to bring out the best in yourself!

  • 1 decade ago

    I do know this by heart ... Once a cheater - forever a cheater.

    I don't get anything like terms "Reformed cheater" or even "A retired cheater"

    My proof is "History repeats itself".

    *Experience is my sweet bitter tutor.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    i dont think youre reformed. i think your in love. youve found someone that you love and care for enough to stop doing those things. the past relationships didnt cause you to want to stop for whatever reason. congradulations. this might not mean much coming from me, but im proud. good job.

  • 1 decade ago

    it takes time unfortunately, thats the only thing thats worked for me

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