Everything in Between EP 6: How to be a good friend if your friend is a cheater

Angelique Agarap

August 9, 2023

• Everything in Between EP 6: How to be a good friend if your friend is a cheater

  In the sixth episode of Everything in Between, Sam and Chloe talk about how to handle a difficult situation when a friend cheats on their partner. They are joined by a guest named Nina, who shares her experience of being in a similar situation.

  They discuss the mix of feelings that can come up when you find out a close friend has been unfaithful. Nina talks about how she felt surprised and confused when they discovered her friend was cheating. She explains that it’s normal to feel a range of emotions like anger, disappointment, and even empathy.

  One of the main things to learn from this episode is the importance of understanding and not being quick to judge. Sam and Choe highlight that people can make mistakes, and supporting a friend doesn’t mean you’re okay with what they did. Instead, they suggest being compassionate, giving your friend space to come to terms with their actions while still being there for them.

  They also give advice to listeners on how to handle the situation based on their own values, like having open conversations with the friend who cheated and creating a safe space for them to talk without feeling judged.

  The hosts make it clear that being a good friend in this kind of situation doesn’t mean you ignore the problem. It’s about finding a balance between supporting your friend through a tough time and sticking to your own values. Sam and Chloe emphasize that it’s important to stay true to your principles and not ignore behavior that goes against your beliefs.

  Listen to the sixth episode of Everything in Between with Sam & Chloe here:

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