Cheating in relationships is not always physical. The problem is that other types of infidelity, such as emotional cheating, are more difficult to define and recognise. But that doesn’t excuse the fact that you have been unfaithful to your partner. In fact, emotional cheating is the first step towards physical deception. It’s emotional cheating if you begin to share intimate thoughts, feelings, and desires with someone who isn’t your partner.
The biggest confusion? The distinction between emotional cheating and friendship. That said, there are ways to find out if your partner has been emotionally cheating on you. Here are five red flags you should look out for:
5 Signs Of Emotional Cheating
Here are five signs that may help you recognise if you’re being emotionally cheated on.
You Don’t Feel Your Partner’s Excitement Anymore
Do you believe your partner no longer feels the same way about you? Have you ever noticed them talking more enthusiastically to someone else? If so, this could be an indication of emotional cheating. While having other friends and connections is healthy, if your partner is forming an intimate connection with someone you aren’t comfortable with, that is a major red flag!
Your Partner Keeps Comparing You To Someone Else
A person who is emotionally cheating may compare you to the other person, either subtly or explicitly. During a fight, for example, your partner may mention how well someone else understands them but you do not. It’s time to talk if they’re constantly bringing up another person and making you feel bad for expressing your feelings.
You’re Nowhere On Their Social Media
Although social media is not the best place to find security in a relationship, it is undeniably the ultimate place to find out about someone’s relationship status. If your partner does not post about you on social media or deletes old posts with you, they are most likely acting suspiciously. This could indicate that they are emotionally invested in someone else.
Your Partner Doesn’t Seem Invested In The Relationship
Call it girlfriend/boyfriend intuition, but you just know when your partner is acting odd. They appear to be less interested in doing anything with you and also seem to be physically distant. If your partner is spending less time with you despite the fact that nothing is wrong, it could be because they are seeking attention elsewhere. If you no longer feel like a priority, it’s time to sit down with your partner and express your feelings. If they still don’t get it, it might be time to walk out before you get walked over.
Your Partner Starts Lying & Hiding Things From You
If your partner is hiding chats from you or communicating in secret, it’s time to pay attention to the red flags! If your partner withholds information from you or outright lies about their whereabouts, you should reconsider your relationship.
You must also understand that your partner setting boundaries and being private is not the same as emotional cheating. Emotional cheating is a recurring pattern, not a few isolated incidents. If you believe you are the victim of emotional cheating, you should begin by talking to your partner and explaining why you are feeling that way. Either work together to find a solution or give yourself closure because being emotionally cheated on can have a negative impact on your mental health. And nothing is more important than your mental health.
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