Why People Cheat and How it Hurts

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Why People Cheat

When it comes to bad relationship stories, cheating often takes the top spot. The practice of cheating on a partner is pretty bad, and regularly is the ultimate end of a relationship. Most of us would admit to having a hard time forgiving a partner if they have cheated on us.

But what happens when we are the cheater? If you’ve cheated before, you know how thrilling and how terrible it can be. Having cheated before, we carry an invisible marker to other potential partners that tells them that we might be vulnerable to cheating again.

If you’ve cheated, you might have tried to justify your actions. You weren’t fulfilled in your relationship, you couldn’t help yourself, and a variety of other excuses enter your mind. Rarely are we honest with ourselves about why we cheated, or why we felt like we were powerless to stop.

Cheating ultimately starts with us misleading our partner. We lie or don’t mention where we are going, who we are hanging out with, or who we’re texting. We start to go out of our way to cover our trail, all the while acting like we have nothing to hide. These circumstances might seem innocent or normal, until they’re not.

If you’re cheating, you have to be honest about the results of those actions. Do you really expect your partner to stick with you after your betrayal? Do you love them if you’re willing to cheat? Is lying worth the thrill of another person? Do you think you can have your cake and eat it too?

Cheating, in the end, results in no one winning. We all lose. Our partner loses their trust in us, and we become people who aren’t able to have normal relationships without looking over our shoulders. We become the reason why our relationship failed.

Deciding Not to Cheat

However, just because we think about cheating doesn’t mean we’re going to do it. We all have thoughts like this, but they don’t have to lead anywhere. Taking action by cheating is what destroys a relationship. In the end, we need to have a conversation with ourselves where we agree that cheating is wrong, it makes us feel bad, and the consequences aren’t worth it.

You can live your life with having better intentions and by staying away from things that cause you to even consider cheating on your partner. Make sure that you keep your eyes on the prize that you have in front of you and learn to fall in love with that person over and over again.

By maintaining a healthy and happy relationship, you can see that you don’t have to cheat to have a fulfilling life. Learn to be happy with who you are with, set goals together, reach dreams and have fun while doing it.

Cheating often looks like the easy way out for us. We cheat on our diets, on our fitness goals, on our partners. In the end, though, we’re only cheating ourselves.

If you’re committed to leading a healthy life for yourself and the people around you, consider places where you might be cheating. Examine your intentions, your feelings, and tell yourself that you are better than that behavior. Then, go and change your life for the better.

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12 COMMENTS

  1. The article makes an important point about self-reflection and personal accountability when it comes to cheating. It’s vital to understand the root causes of such behavior and address them appropriately.

    • I agree, Candy. Understanding the underlying issues can help one prevent future mistakes.

  2. Oh, absolutely! Because it’s so hard to refrain from texting that attractive coworker, right? Let’s not sugarcoat it—if you cheat, you’re simply lacking integrity and self-control. End of story.

  3. I found this article quite enlightening. It’s a mirror to those who have strayed, urging them to face the uncomfortable truths about their actions and their repercussions.

  4. The comparison between cheating on a partner and cheating on goals is quite thought-provoking. It emphasizes the need for integrity across all aspects of life.

  5. While the article rightly condemns cheating, it also hints at the complexity of human emotions and the importance of honest self-assessment. This reflective approach is beneficial.

  6. The level of self-deception some people engage in is truly phenomenal. If you cheat, you’re consciously choosing to hurt someone you claim to care about. How is that ever justifiable?

  7. The suggestion to live with better intentions and avoid situations that tempt one to cheat is practical advice. It’s about creating a fulfilling life that minimizes the desire for deceit.

  8. This article offers such a profound insight into the complexities of cheating and its far-reaching consequences. It’s a reminder that honesty and integrity should be at the center of any relationship. I particularly appreciate the emphasis on self-reflection and the encouragement to foster a healthy, fulfilling relationship through commitment and understanding. Truly thought-provoking!

  9. As if it’s so easy to ‘just not cheat.’ If only people were as perfect as this sanctimonious article expects them to be. Life is complex, and relationships even more so.

  10. Maintaining a healthy relationship requires constant effort and commitment. The idea of re-falling in love with your partner is a positive and proactive approach.

  11. Is it just me, or is anyone else tired of being told how to feel about cheating? We all know it’s bad, but sometimes relationships aren’t black and white. This article oversimplifies things.

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