Manipulation is when they always mess with your mind by blaming you for reacting to their toxic behaviour, but never discuss their disrespect that triggered you.
Cheating is a choice but loyalty is not. It’s a responsibility. You hold another persons heart in your hands. So if you aren’t ready for this duty, don’t ruin someone else’s experience of love leaving them to wonder why the fuck they weren’t enough.
Now I understand why people be single for so long. It’s like once you become single and understand how worthy your peace is you just don’t wanna give that up to just anybody.