Talking about exes is one of the biggest obstacles in a relationship. You know it’s a bad idea to throw all your cards on the table on the first date, and it’s pretty weird to get married without ever discussing your exes, so when is the best time and what is the best way to discuss the exes" We have some ideas on just how to discuss this taboo subject before you find your way down the aisle together.
Past Marriage
A past marriage is both a blessing and a curse for your relationship. It might raise a red flag if one of you was married before and it didn’t work out, yet it made you the person you are today. It’s best to talk about this past marriage in depth. It’s important to share every aspect, including the characteristics of your ex, so your future spouse will understand why the two of you weren’t compatible. This ex is a huge part of your life, even if you no longer speak. At one time they held your heart, so it’s important to share everything about them and your relationship with your future husband or wife.
Serious Exes
There’s a reason why an ex is an ex, and there’s a reason why you never made it down the aisle with them. It’s important to talk about these reasons with your current significant other. You may have been with this ex for half of your life, going through some of the most important events of your life together. You may have just drifted apart, or you may have had a huge event that caused ...