One of the most obvious dealbreakers to think about in any relationship is infidelity. We’re sure you’ve heard that before by now.

But when you’re actually living out the dramatic heartache of being cheated on by someone you love, it isn’t always a piece of cake to walk away.

Should your relationship permanently end after infidelity?

Although ending a relationship with a cheater seems like a no-brainer to some, others grapple with the notion of forgiving their cheating partners because they believe in giving them second chances.

At the end of the day, it’s your decision to forgive and forget something as serious as infidelity.

Keep in mind that if your partner is willing to break your trust and put your health at risk by getting into bed with someone else, the level of respect they have for you is incredibly minuscule.

Most of the time, things that happen in the dark end up coming to light eventually. If you’re having concerns about your partner possibly cheating on you right now, ask them about it directly so you can have peace of mind.

As far as forgiveness goes, choosing this path means you might deal with ongoing issues with your self-esteem and self-worth.

It can also make you hyper-paranoid and untrusting of your partner moving forward.

Choosing to forgive means you ACTUALLY have to forgive. You can’t keep bringing up your partner’s indiscretion and dragging them through the mud for it.

If that doesn’t sound like something you can handle, cut your losses and move on with someone who would never betray you in this way.