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If one of us cheated, do you feel it’s better to confess it or try to forget it happened and why?
Although intended as a theoretical question, discussing this sensitive topic can be emotionally unsettling for some people. How you each answer this intimate question can be very revealing about your different perspectives on fidelity and it’s impact on your relationship. Of course, if an affair or even a one time fling does happen, how you actually react depends on the context and current state of your relationship. However, just like preparing a Will, when you confront any fears you have about this issue and openly discuss it, you demonstrate a strength of character required for deeper levels of intimate communication.
Taking the risk to ask each other delicate relationship questions may make you feel vulnerable but it helps build emotional trust. Tackling hard conversation questions can be a valuable exercise for couples. It’ll give you both the confidence to deal with many other types of tough problems that you may encounter during your life together.
In the unfortunate event that you believe your partner is cheating on you, take a look at How to Catch Your Cheating Lover and find out what you can do about. That is if you really want to know.
Also, if you learn how someone cheats, you may be better prepared to catch them: How to Cheat: Field Notes from an Adulteress.
