There are betrayals that happen and period, emotional betrayals , but also 'micro-betrayals', which are a bit difficult to understand.
First, let's explain what 'micro-cheating' is - It's a term used for small actions that don't 'materialise' into physical cheating. These are some risky moves that you may regret later. According to Tammy Nelson, couples therapist and author of The New Monogamy: Redefining Your Relationship After Infidelity, 'micro-infidelity' occurs when small opportunities are created for actions and behaviors that deep down you consider a betrayal.
For example, conversations that are done secretly to the partner; messages that are hidden; flirting 'innocently' with someone. In short, things that would annoy your partner if they saw you doing them.
Examples of 'micro-betrayal'
Likes a photo or makes flirtatious comments to someone
You send messages to someone, but you do it in a secret and intimate way
Tells someone explicit details
Spend time with someone, even though you know there is chemistry and sexual attraction between you
Flirts with someone in an 'innocent' way and justifies it with "I was joking" or "what's wrong"
Keeps secrets from the partner
Why do people commit 'micro-cheating'?
People tend to 'micro-cheat' for a variety of reasons. For some, it may be seeking attention or validation from people outside the relationship, especially if they don't feel valued by the person in their arms.
For some others, it may even be simply attraction to the third person, without getting emotionally involved.
However, whatever the reason, 'micro-cheating' is hurtful to the partner and damages a couple's trust and emotional bond.
Signs of 'micro-betrayal'
If you suspect that your partner is cheating on you, these signs can help you understand the situation more clearly:
You caught him saying that he is single
Talk to your ex Hide your phone Have dating apps downloaded Often find it on someone's profile on social networks and see that they haven't been spared with likes and comments Trying to make the best possible impression on others Talks and writes about sex with someone else Lies when you ask who you're talking to Exchanges 'excessive' photos with someone else
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