I’ve been thinking a lot about relationships and why sometimes people drift or cheat. It seems like a lot of the time, it’s not just one thing it’s a combination of emotional distance, unmet needs, and curiosity.
Some people start losing interest when the relationship becomes routine, communication fades, or they feel unappreciated. Others might feel like their partner isn’t emotionally present, or they themselves haven’t dealt with personal dissatisfaction. That can lead them to look for excitement, validation, or attention elsewhere sometimes on dating apps or social platforms.
It doesn’t justify cheating, of course, but it seems like a lot of people cheat not just because they “want someone new,” but because they feel something is missing in their current relationship and they haven’t figured out how to address it honestly.
I’m curious what do you all think? Are there other reasons you’ve seen people cheat or drift away? How do you spot the early signs before it gets to that point?