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Guy Gets Savage Revenge On Cheating Ex, Thinks He Went Overboard: “A Doormat, A Joke, An Option”
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Guy Gets Savage Revenge On Cheating Ex, Thinks He Went Overboard: “A Doormat, A Joke, An Option”

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Finding out your partner had an affair hurts. A lot. A whopping 40% of workplace romances involve cheating on an existing partner. However, while you might think about getting revenge, actually going through with it might not be the healthiest decision.

One internet user spilled the tea about how his relationship imploded in the ‘True Off My Chest’ online group, and he seemed to regret how he handled things. After snooping and finding out about his girlfriend’s affair, he decided to get revenge and go nuclear. Later, he thought he went overboard.

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    Feeling hurt after finding out your partner cheated on you is natural. However, some people decide to get revenge, which may not be healthy

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    This man revealed how he was so angry about his girlfriend’s affair that he decided to ruin her life. He thinks he might have gone overboard

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    Nearly half of the people who have workplace romances are cheating on their current partners

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    A jaw-dropping 60% of adults have had a workplace romance, and a similar number of people have heard gossip about these things happening at their company.

    Overall, work affairs are a mixed bag. On the one hand, nearly half of these affairs have a happy ending: Forbes’ survey found that 43% led to marriage.

    On the other hand, 40% of romantic get-togethers that happen between coworkers occur when one or both people are already in committed relationships.

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    Furthermore, as per Forbes’ report, 57% of employees who have had workplace relationships admitted that they have impacted their performance at work.

    Meanwhile, 35% of workers said that they don’t report their relationship to their employer. And 50% revealed that they have flirted with their coworkers before.

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    Though the statistics seem staggering, it’s really no wonder that so many people end up flirting or having relationships in a workplace setting. The reality is that we spend a huge part of our lives at work, surrounded by our colleagues, whom we already know.

    As Forbes points out, “comfortability is the leading driving force of workplace romances.” 65% of survey respondents said that this is the main driving force behind their romances.

    Whether or not to forgive your partner is a personal decision. Though if their cheating is a behavior pattern, you should think twice

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    Many workers also don’t have much time outside of their jobs to meet other people whom they might be romantically interested in. Because of this, 61% of respondents named it as one of the main reasons for dating a colleague.

    “While people desire the shared experience, and perhaps the benefits of fully understanding one’s professional life, the goal isn’t necessarily to enhance their happiness at work–but to be understood,” Forbes muses.

    At the end of the day, whether or not you should try to forgive your significant other for cheating on you is a deeply personal decision. Nobody else can make that decision except for you.

    However, Verywell Mind warns that there are certain red flags to look out for that might indicate that giving your cheating partner a second chance may not be the best idea.

    For example, your alarm bells should go off if they have had an affair with an ex, if the affair was long-term, if they show no remorse and don’t apologize, and if their cheating is a pattern of behavior. It’s also a big warning sign if the cheating happened early on in your relationship.

    We’d like to hear what you have to say about the entire situation, too. What would you have done if you were in the man’s shoes and realized that your significant other had been cheating on you? What advice would you give someone to help them heal from their partner’s infidelity?

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    Have you ever gone as far as trying to get revenge against an ex? Have you ever had a workplace relationship with a colleague, whether or not you were cheating? Feel free to be as open as you like in the comments.

    Here’s what the internet had to say about the tense and messy relationship drama. Some folks were supportive

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    However, not everyone was on the same page. Some readers called out the author

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    A few people decided to open up about their similar experiences

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    Jonas Grinevičius

    Jonas Grinevičius

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    Storytelling, journalism, and art are a core part of who I am. I've been writing and drawing ever since I could walk—there is nothing else I'd rather do. My formal education, however, is focused on politics, philosophy, and economics because I've always been curious about the gap between the ideal and the real.At work, I'm a Senior Writer and I cover a broad range of topics that I'm passionate about: from psychology and changes in work culture to healthy living, relationships, and design.In my spare time, I'm an avid hiker and reader, enjoy writing short stories, and love to doodle.I thrive when I'm outdoors, going on small adventures in nature. However, you can also find me enjoying a big mug of coffee with a good book (or ten) and entertaining friends with fantasy tabletop games and sci-fi movies.

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    Jonas Grinevičius

    Jonas Grinevičius

    Writer, Senior Writer

    Storytelling, journalism, and art are a core part of who I am. I've been writing and drawing ever since I could walk—there is nothing else I'd rather do. My formal education, however, is focused on politics, philosophy, and economics because I've always been curious about the gap between the ideal and the real.At work, I'm a Senior Writer and I cover a broad range of topics that I'm passionate about: from psychology and changes in work culture to healthy living, relationships, and design.In my spare time, I'm an avid hiker and reader, enjoy writing short stories, and love to doodle.I thrive when I'm outdoors, going on small adventures in nature. However, you can also find me enjoying a big mug of coffee with a good book (or ten) and entertaining friends with fantasy tabletop games and sci-fi movies.

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    Mindaugas Balčiauskas

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    I'm a visual editor at Bored Panda. I kickstart my day with a mug of coffee bigger than my head, ready to tackle Photoshop. I navigate through the digital jungle with finesse, fueled by bamboo breaks and caffeine kicks. When the workday winds down, you might catch me devouring bamboo snacks while binging on the latest TV show, gaming or I could be out in nature, soaking up the tranquility and communing with my inner panda.

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    Mindaugas Balčiauskas

    Mindaugas Balčiauskas

    Author, BoredPanda staff

    I'm a visual editor at Bored Panda. I kickstart my day with a mug of coffee bigger than my head, ready to tackle Photoshop. I navigate through the digital jungle with finesse, fueled by bamboo breaks and caffeine kicks. When the workday winds down, you might catch me devouring bamboo snacks while binging on the latest TV show, gaming or I could be out in nature, soaking up the tranquility and communing with my inner panda.

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    Marno C.
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know people love a revenge story, but two parts gave me the ick. First was the way he didn't just want her mom to know her daughter was a cheater; he wanted her mom to see all the actual screenshots. Why? I thought he liked the mom? Why does she have to have her nose rubbed in the dirty details? Second was the boss. When he didn't fire the GF, OP pestered him. The boss made his decision for the reasons that made sense to him and the business. OP didn't like that and just came off like a creep there. Revenge loses some of its justice when you drag in bystanders unnecessarily. That's just rude.

    Apatheist
    Community Member
    35 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If a partner cheats on you - let them go and move on. No mileage or benefit in revenge, it will only hurt you in future relationships. Some just aren't meant to be. If they no longer want you - end it and forget.

    The_Nicest_Misanthrope
    Community Member
    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The ex GF súcks, sure, but something about this guy gives me the ick. Sounds like he's desperate to keep this thing in the spotlight.

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    Marno C.
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know people love a revenge story, but two parts gave me the ick. First was the way he didn't just want her mom to know her daughter was a cheater; he wanted her mom to see all the actual screenshots. Why? I thought he liked the mom? Why does she have to have her nose rubbed in the dirty details? Second was the boss. When he didn't fire the GF, OP pestered him. The boss made his decision for the reasons that made sense to him and the business. OP didn't like that and just came off like a creep there. Revenge loses some of its justice when you drag in bystanders unnecessarily. That's just rude.

    Apatheist
    Community Member
    35 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If a partner cheats on you - let them go and move on. No mileage or benefit in revenge, it will only hurt you in future relationships. Some just aren't meant to be. If they no longer want you - end it and forget.

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    The_Nicest_Misanthrope
    Community Member
    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The ex GF súcks, sure, but something about this guy gives me the ick. Sounds like he's desperate to keep this thing in the spotlight.

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