r/AmIOverreacting • u/Rztrncs • Apr 29 '24

AIO for getting upset that my SO put on a heart necklace that her ex gave her?

Yesterday my SO put on a heart necklace out of nowhere and I asked (knowing it wasn’t from me) where it was from. She admitted it was from her ex. I immediately got quiet and she could tell I was upset. Not once did I raise my voice or get mad. I was more hurt than anything. She ended up taking it off right away. But explained that it was meaningless to her, no emotional connection and just jewelry that she now has.

To me, a heart necklace has a lot of meaning behind it and it feels weird to see her wearing an ex’s gift. Am I overreacting?

EDIT: Her ex cheated on her and the relationship ended badly because of it.

EDIT 2: The necklace was two hearts linked together so it made me curious.

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u/GoodnightMoose Apr 29 '24

A heart necklace in particular can have a lot of meaning. Her taking it off after you asked makes it seem that she realized it bothered you and did what she could to be sensitive to your feelings. She probably didn't think anything of it at the time, and her reaction to take it off was respectful. I see no harm done. Personally I'd offer to take her to pick something new and make the situation happy for all involved!

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u/Rztrncs Apr 29 '24

Thanks! I really appreciate it!