Known as "emotional betrayal", it occurs when you enter into a close and intimate relationship with someone who is not your partner.
Generally your interactions often involve some sexual tension or romantic attraction. This type of relationship may not seem threatening or problematic, however, it can start to destroy the foundations of the relationship and weaken the commitment to the partner.
People define betrayal in different ways, so emotional connections may not automatically come to mind when you consider betrayal. Here's how to get to know him.
In general, emotional infidelity occurs when your intimacy with someone else breaks your commitment to your partner. Focus on the relationship you have with him instead of the existing (usually monogamous) relationship.
It can usually be said that a relationship has crossed the point of friendship when:
- spend more time talking (or thinking) about the other person than about the partner
- avoid mentioning the other person to the partner
- know he / she is attracted to you
- feel physical signs of chemistry between you
- you feel less physically or emotionally attracted to your partner
- hope your partner is more than him / her
- avoid open communication with your partner.
What does it usually look like? At first, emotional betrayal may seem like a lot of friendship. This type of situation can develop when something creates space between you and your partner. When you turn to someone else to accomplish something you are missing from the existing relationship, you are denying yourself and your partner the opportunity to work on the problem and strengthen your relationship. Many factors can contribute to the distance of the relationship.
How to pass it as a stage? Frequent and honest conversations can help you rebuild trust and address relationship issues as soon as they arise.
Good communication can even help you solve some challenges, such as lack of intimacy, before they become issues of concern.
Keep in mind, however, that not all relationships work, and separation can give both of you the opportunity to find someone to whom you can be fully committed.
Sources: GoodTherapy, Healthline, VeryWellMind
