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I Cheated in Order to Find Myself

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One way to reflect upon a sexual affair with someone whose interests mirror long-lost dreams of your own is to believe that your relationship served to reunite you with the piece of you that was missing. Whether your affair involved a talented salsa partner who stimulated your desire to explore Latin culture, lustful make out sessions with a beautiful woman who indulged in your passion for foreign films, or simply paired you with a Greek god who coached you back into physical fitness, you were essentially reminded of something you’ve wanted or needed to do, yet ignored for a long time.

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Distraction Affairs: Because You Needed to Escape

Distraction affairs also serve to show an individual that they may have been anxious over involuntary changes that coming into their lives. Large changes in our lives which require more energy from us can seem exhausting, especially when they’re not by choice. A distracted cheater might understand this effort is mandatory, yet still shy away from stepping up to the necessary challenge. Instead, his energy is directed elsewhere until he either feels ready or is forced to make that change.

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The Real Reason You're Being Cheated on – It Doesn't Involve Blowjobs

Sexual Infidelity Troubled Marriage Relationships

But, this “common knowledge” is actually an incredible fallacy. Yes, that’s right, I said this is a completely false “truth” about cheating. Despite what societal stereotypes report, the most common reason for infidelity is not sex. Yes, sex is more than likely involved, but the real reason is even more unlikely than you may think… and it starts in the heart.

The truth about cheating is that it’s not all sexual. Studies by experts such as Gary M. Neuman and Mira Kirschenbaum have determined that unfulfilled emotional needs, not sex, drive men to have emotional affairs or sexual infidelities.

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