Why should you never start one relationship before ending another?

Question

I've always heard it, I know there is some reason why but other than the obvious rebound issues, are there any other reasons? What kinds of effects will doing this have?

I know someone who ALWAYS seeks another relationship while currently in one - probably to keep from being alone. Does this apply to men and women?

Answer 1

It's called cheating.  It hurts the person they've not ended the relationship with.  And, in the long run, will likely hurt this person you know, as well.  If the new person they're hooking up with has any sense, they'll realize that if they did this to the person before there's a good possibility that they'll do it to them also.  It's sad really.

Another reason besides rebound is that there are some people who are just terrified to break up with anyone.  If they start something new, the last person will likely be the one to break up with them...then somehow they are able to see it as the other persons fault that they broke up.

Answer 2

Because it's cheating...but hey...if you don't care who you hurt, or how much, or about your reputation...oh well.

Answer 3

Because you need time to find out what you want in a relationship not just a person. starting another relationship before one is ended has a dependent situation going on. Meaning

You hate being alone and are not looking for a mate you are looking for a place in your life to be filled

Answer 4

Well, I feel very sorry for that person you know.   They aren't in serious relationships because they care about that person but only not to be alone.

How sad.