Why People Engage in Premeditated Cheating: Emotional Needs
People engage in premeditated cheating most often because of unmet emotional needs and motivations such as seeking validation, revenge, novelty, or a renewed sense of agency.
People engage in premeditated cheating most often because of unmet emotional needs and motivations such as seeking validation, revenge, novelty, or a renewed sense of agency.
Identifying emotional needs early in a relationship — and knowing what to say when you notice them — matters more than waiting for big fights.
A practical guide to unmet emotional needs in relationships—a concise resource that is part of our internal relationship education collection.