Reader Question:
The guy I was once married to lives on the opposite side of the globe and we have no form of contact to one another, but it’s definitely over between us, as I left him and I’m currently waiting for a divorce.
Recently a guy I used to have an intimate relationship with (before I was married) keeps messaging me on Facebook, and it seems like he wants to get back with me. The problem is his cousin is my best friend, and I think she told him I “am” married because he asked me whether I was married or not. If his cousin (my best friend) finds out, the worst could happen.
Is dating this other guy worth the risk?
-Sarah (U.K.)
Dr. Wendy Walsh’s Answer:
Dear Sarah,
What a big “old” mess. A husband with a loose string still attached, an old lover whom you haven’t actually been dating and a best friend busybody.
You really want my opinion? Move on! And move off Facebook.
Here is my four-step plan to take control of your relationships:
Step One: Dump the fantasy Facebook retrosexual.
Step Two: Get divorced from the globe trotter.
Step Three: Go on a real date with a real man in your real world.
Step Four: Find out why your best friend judges your love lives so much.
Change your behavior if she has a case. Otherwise, tell her to butt out.
No counseling or psychotherapy advice: The Site does not provide psychotherapy advice. The Site is intended only for use by consumers in search of general information of interest pertaining to problems people may face as individuals and in relationships and related topics. Content is not intended to replace or serve as substitute for professional consultation or service. Contained observations and opinions should not be misconstrued as specific counseling advice.
