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Should I Protect My Fiancee from Her Potentially Threatening Ex?

Kanchan Rai |663 Answers |Ask -Follow

Relationships Expert, Mind Coach - Answered on Dec 09, 2024

Kanchan Rai has 10 years of experience in therapy, nurturing soft skills and leadership coaching. She is the founder of the Let Us Talk Foundation, which offers mindfulness workshops to help people stay emotionally and mentally healthy.
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Question by Mohini on Dec 07, 2024Hindi

Thank you for Answering my Question, Kanchan Ma'am... But I have another Problem... What to do about the Ex Boyfriend? A Part of me is grateful to him for the Eye-opening Revelation, he'd given in the nick of time. He seems to consider me as a Brother & by warning me about my Fiancee, he claims to be upholding the unwritten Bro-code, having the back of a Fellow Man... Though illegal, he Believes that he's Morally Right... He says that, even a Woman, in his place, would do the same, for a Fellow Woman. Even though he tried to Reassure me that he'd moved on from his Ex Girlfriend (my Fiancee) completely & wouldn't disturb our Married Life, in case, I still go on to Marry her. But I am not able to Trust him completely. I feel that he's a Potential threat to my Fiancee & also our Marriage. He might blackmail her into engaging in an Extra-marital affair with him, even after our Marriage... or he might also try to Harm her or Defame her. Should I completely Leave it to my Fiancee to Deal with him, as she herself is not completely Blameless (She allowed him to Record their Intimate Moments & also shared her Private Photos with him)? Or do I have any Obligation to fight this Battle, alongside her, as she's already my Fiancee, if not Wife? I'm worried about Risking my Family's Reputation, by getting into this scandal, in case, the word spreads in our Community. Either way, I want him to be dealt with properly, before our Marriage itself. What approach would you suggest, in this case?

Ans: Before you take any steps, it’s essential to have a heartfelt, judgment-free conversation with your fiancée. Share your concerns about the potential risks, not as an accusation but as a desire to safeguard your future together. Ask her how she views the situation and what steps she is willing to take to ensure it doesn’t affect your marriage. This is not just her battle; as her partner, you have every right to be involved, but your approach must be collaborative rather than confrontational.

If the ex-boyfriend poses a genuine threat—whether emotional, physical, or social—it’s vital to set firm boundaries. Your fiancée may need to make it explicitly clear to him that there is no place for him in her life anymore, and you can support her in doing so. However, if his behavior escalates or crosses legal boundaries, you may need to seek external help, such as involving a trusted authority or mediator, to ensure your safety and peace of mind.

As for the fear of scandal, it’s natural to feel protective of your family’s reputation. But remember, the foundation of a marriage is built on trust, mutual support, and the ability to face challenges together. Avoid making decisions solely based on fear of community judgment. Focus on creating a solid, honest partnership with your fiancée first, as this will give you both the strength to tackle external challenges as a team.

Ultimately, your priority should be ensuring that your relationship begins with clarity, trust, and shared responsibility. This situation can be resolved, but it will require patience, communication, and a unified approach from both of you.