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Most married folks like to pretend extramarital affairs just don’t happen or at least not intheirhouses.
But the sad truth is affairs do happen.
“The physical presence of a partner is never enough to sustain a healthy, satisfying relationship.
It is imperative that couples communicate their needs and expectations regularly as these can change over time.
They feel lonely, ignored, not paid attention to, etc.
Smith reminds us that cheating isn’t the only way to exert power, though.
It may just be time for a serious discussion.
“As more women are financially independent, they are less dependent on their partners.
This balance increases her need and attachment to her partner.”
It’s the ‘see how you like this’ lesson,” she explained.
Victoria Lorient-Faibish, psychotherapist and author ofConnecting: Rewire Your Relationship Culture, agreed.
“Work to heal all resentments quickly.
Don’t let wounds fester.
Rhonda Milrad, founder and CEO ofRelationup, says it’s actually a reason many women cheat.
A new relationship can seem like an exciting way to get a buzz,” she explained.
Jenn Mann, host of VH1’sCouple’s Therapy.
“One key issue for women who cheated is having enough time with their partners.
Taking the time to sit and connect, talk about your day, and share experiences is crucial.
Put down your phones!
Turn off your TV!
Make some eye contact, sit and talk about your day,” said Mann.
“Sex is a use-it-or-lose-it prospect!
Neural pathways associated with sexuality are strengthened and maintained if sex is engaged in often.
Remembering that there are many kinds of sexual encounters to be explored is important as well.
“We cheat because we’re bored.
They like the chase, the excitement and the risk,” she said. "
Low self-esteem
To find themselves
These days, women are busy.
It’s easy to feel like we’re known not for who we are, but what we do.Dr.
Women often experience it as a wake up call to a sense of autonomy,” she explained.
Jess O’Reilly, the resident sexologist for Astroglide, this can sometimes case women to stray.
To get out
Ending a relationship, especially a long-term one, is never easy.
“In some cases, women have an affair to find another relationship.
They want to leave, but don’t want to be alone.
We all like to think we’d never stand for it, never stay.
“Any crisis has the potential to make a relationship stronger and an affair is no exception.
