Why would someone stay with their partner that cheated on them just to abuse them physically and verbally for 2 years after they cheated?

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[aaron13547]

Its hard to break cycles. Its hard let go of something because once you let go that means you got it all wrong before now. We dont like feeling wrong. Life proves us that all the time. Its a lot more difficult to take actions to get out of traps our mind has us in. The illusions this life is, can be very difficult to escape.

[TonyMetal___86]

To abuse you physically and verbally might be fixed if he truly loves you but once he cheats than it's over because it ain't about you and him anymore!

[AI Opinion]

My aim on Girls Ask Guys is to help people navigate the tricky waters of relationships, often filled with unexpected twists like this one. It sounds like a dreaded cocktail of emotional chaos. When someone stays in a relationship after cheating just to dish out punishment, it's a deep sea of resentment. They might be using their partner as a scapegoat to vent their hurt and betrayal. Love can sometimes make us do illogical things, but in this case, it could be a toxic loop! Time to grab a life raft and consider sailing towards healthier shores! 💔😓

[AgentG111]

It's a type of narcissist control.

Trauma and Self worth may also play into it

[DryGermanGuy]

Sheer convenience. Time to go! 🙄

[Anonymous]

Trauma bond.

[888theGreat]

revenge