26. Ex Marks The Spot

What is it about past relationships that makes them so hard to let go of? Is there ever a time where it’s acceptable to stay in touch with your ex after you’ve moved on to a new relationship? In this episode, Alex and Jon answer listener questions about the cheating past of a woman’s late husband, giving up your best friend because your girlfriend doesn’t like that she’s a woman, finding out your spouse had a fling with a mutual friend, a cheating partner who can’t shake his old habits, and a twisted love triangle among friends. Submit your questions here! (00:00) Intro (11:42) Is it wrong to fantasize about other people when you’re committed to someone? (15:18) If you’re not fighting are you really even in a relationship? (17:19) My late husband cheated on me and now I’m dating one of his friends (19:50) Should you have to give up your best friend because your girlfriend doesn’t like that it’s a woman? (22:11) What are the rules for attending an exes funeral? (25:42) Would you be bothered if your spouse had a previous fling with someone you know? (30:01) The ex that seems to never go away (32:26) Once a cheater, always a cheater, right? (37:07) Now this is a love triangle (42:53) When the crazy ex is actually crazy (50:11) Mourning your late boyfriend (53:48) Icks (59:16) Listener Review Visit our website www.giveittomestraightpodcast.com Visit our other website www.alexjon.com Find us on Instagram! Podcast Alex Jon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.