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  • “I don’t think womanizing is a problem if you are honest about it” – Samini

    “I don’t think womanizing is a problem if you are honest about it” – Samini

    Award-winning singer Emmanuel Andrews Samini, popularly known as Samini, has dismissed the notion that a man involved with multiple women is immoral

    He holds the view that the culture is nothing for society to frown upon if the man is honest about it to his partners.

    “I don’t think womanizing is a problem,” Samini said on the Health Quarters podcast monitored by MyNewsGh while he stirred laughter on the podcast. “What matters is honesty. If you’re in multiple relationships, be open. Don’t deceive anyone.”

    The musician also clearly explained that his stance does not equate to forcing polygamy on anyone.

    “You can’t force polygamy down anyone’s throat,” he added. “But if a man is open and a woman knows what she’s agreeing to, then there’s mutual respect,” he said.

    For those who strongly believe that all creatives are womanizers or engage in smoking, Samini debunked the perception and declared it untrue.

    “It’s a perception. There are a lot of doctors and teachers who smoke. So you can’t just say it’s a creative person thing,” ,” Samini stated.

    He further acknowledged that there are young people who are negatively influenced by their peers at a naive sttae in their carrer

    “We enter the space quite young,” he noted. “You’re a teenager, you see what others are doing, and you think it’s part of the culture. If you’re not careful, it becomes a habit before you even realize it.”

    Meanwhile, womanizing and rapid unplanned child birth have been cited as part of the reasons the majority of Ghanaian businesses fail, according to the founder of the A&C mall Andrew Asamoah.

    He claims that because business owners typically don’t plan well, their companies don’t survive their deaths.

    Mr. Asamoah asserted that having children with numerous women frequently jeopardizes the viability of businesses.

    Speaking in an interview on Odana TV, he said: “Because we don’t plan, you must have a vision, you must have a plan. You go some places, someone is a top-class tailor in England, and he makes sure that his son who went to a top-class school comes in, it’s planning.”

    “We don’t plan. And then you are doing business, and you start making money then you start doing women, too many women, having too many children then when you die it becomes a contention. I’ve seen it so much.”

    Business owners should make sure that their families or other relatives are actively involved in their companies, advised Dr. Asamoah.

    Adding that, this will keep businesses should they pass away or become physically unable to manage the affairs of the organization.

    Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong shared that although he briefly engaged in womanizing – an act not accepted by many due to morality—he considers it part of his personal growth.

    The actor who doubles as an engineer said he eventually realized that toeing the path of womanizing was not going to bring him the fulfillment he desired.

    Etim-Effiong explained that, while it may seem fun to be a “player,” the habit can negatively affect one’s ability to commit in the future.

    “Maybe there was a period in my life that I was,” he admitted. “I wouldn’t say for long, but they were periods of learning.”

    “If you develop that lifestyle, it won’t automatically change overnight,” he said. “When you get married, that muscle hasn’t been developed. So when you face challenges, you may feel like walking away instead of working through it.”

    He now uses his experience to advise philanderers, emphasizing the importance of building healthy relationship habits early.

    Another celebrity in Ghana’s entertainment industry, Incredible Zigi, who is a dancer, also revealed that he used to date numerous women in the early days of his dancing career.

    During an interview with the media, he admitted to his past as a Casanova but expressed that he has now chosen to change his ways.

    “I used to date a lot of women earlier in my career but when you get to a certain stage you want to keep a solid brand so such women issues just don’t get your attention anymore. You can’t just be playing around like you used to because womanizing wouldn’t take you anywhere but I used to womanize when I started dancing.”

    Incredible Zigi emphasized that he has successfully abandoned such behaviors, acknowledging that they were merely “time-wasters.”

    He has learned from his past and has now chosen to focus on more meaningful aspects of his life and career.

    “But this is not the time to waste time and energy chasing after women so as for me I’ve paused those kinds of behaviors some years back,” he disclosed.

    A couple of years ago, Ghanaian rap legend Okyeame Kwame, sparked a significant social media discussion with his unconventional stance on fidelity during a an appearance on the ‘Brocode’ Podcast.

    He boldly asserted that being involved with someone other than your partner while in a committed relationship does not necessarily constitute cheating.

    His perspective, challenging traditional norms, has ignited a fiery debate on the internet. The discourse is divided between those who support his views and those who vehemently disagree, labeling his perspective as misguided and impractical in terms of relationship behavior.

    Okyeame Kwame, known for his candid and forthright nature, did not hesitate to express his views on what qualifies as infidelity. He suggested that cheating is a relative term and may not always involve engaging with other individuals while committed to a partner.

    This audacious perspective has naturally drawn attention and criticism. Many social media users have voiced their disapproval, indicating that such an outlook could potentially undermine the foundations of trust and commitment in a relationship.

    However, a portion of the online community has shown support for Okyeame Kwame’s perspective. They argue that the traditional definition of cheating is outdated and needs to evolve with changing societal norms.

    Regardless of the differing views, Okyeame Kwame’s statements have undoubtedly initiated a new dialogue about fidelity and commitment in modern relationships.

  • Confessing that you cheated on me is the reason I would love my partner more – Okyeame Kwame

    Confessing that you cheated on me is the reason I would love my partner more – Okyeame Kwame

    Ghanaian hiplife musician and rap doctor, Okyeame Kwame, has shared an unconventional viewpoint on infidelity within relationships.

    The “Made in Ghana” ambassador expressed that he would prefer if his wife openly confessed to him about any instances of cheating. For Okyeame Kwame, such transparency in their relationship would strengthen their love and bond.

    During an interview with Bola Ray on StarChat, Okyeame Kwame emphasized that he would have even greater admiration for his wife if she admitted to being unfaithful.

    “I’ll love my wife more if she tells me she cheated on me because it means I’m in a relationship with an honest human being” he said.


    During a previous interview, the activist disclosed that his partner’s infidelity does not have a direct impact on him.

    He elaborated that in a relationship, when one partner cheats on the other, it primarily affects the individual who committed the act.

    According to him, engaging in unfaithful behavior reflects poorly on the person who is cheating rather than on the faithful partner.

  • Video: Man confronts girlfriend in church for cheating

    Video: Man confronts girlfriend in church for cheating

    A viral video captures an intense moment at a local church, where a man confronted his girlfriend, accusing her of abandoning him for another man.

    The emotional scene unfolded during a Sunday service, leaving congregants in shock as the man passionately recounted their journey together.

    The footage reveals the man’s efforts to uplift his girlfriend’s life, bringing her from their village and improving her overall quality of life.

    The church, typically a place of spiritual solace, unexpectedly became a stage for personal turmoil as the man poured out his heartache in front of the congregation.

    Expressing his emotional turmoil, the man emphasized the sacrifices he made to enhance the lady’s quality of life.

    He claimed to have taken her from their village, offering her a new life in the city, and investing significant time and resources in ensuring her well-being.

    According to him, ‘Oga pastor, this girl I took her from the village, I trained her… It will not happen.’

    Congregants were taken aback by the unfolding drama, with some attempting to mediate and others simply observing in disbelief.

    The church leadership eventually intervened, escorting the distressed man away from the pulpit to address the matter privately.

  • Man catches girlfriend cheating during surprise proposal

    Man catches girlfriend cheating during surprise proposal

    A viral video has surfaced capturing the heart-wrenching moment a man’s romantic proposal ends in the discovery of his girlfriend’s infidelity.

    The disturbing footage, now widely circulated on social media, has sparked a wave of disappointment and discussions on the behavior of some individuals in relationships.

    The video shows the man arriving at his girlfriend’s apartment accompanied by musicians, intending to propose. However, to his dismay, he discovers his girlfriend engaging in intimate activity with an unidentified man.

    The visibly devastated man’s girlfriend peered out of the window and hastily retracted upon spotting her boyfriend. The raw and unfiltered nature of the video has sparked a flurry of reactions on the internet.

    The incident has triggered extensive discussions on the internet, with social media users expressing their views on the shocking revelation.

    The comments range from disapproval and disappointment to mockery, reflecting the emotional impact of the incident.

    Watch the video below.

  • Engaging in this behavior while in a relationship constitutes cheating, even in the absence of sex

    Engaging in this behavior while in a relationship constitutes cheating, even in the absence of sex

    Infidelity in relationships is often limited to physical intimacy, with many individuals believing that if sex is not a factor, it doesn’t qualify as cheating.

    While it may not necessarily involve physical intimacy, it can still breach the trust and boundaries established in a relationship.

    Here are some ways in which hiding texts can be considered a form of cheating.

    1. Keeping secrets: Keeping communication hidden implies a level of secrecy. In a healthy relationship, partners typically share their thoughts, feelings, and interactions with each other.

    Hiding certain kinds of information from your partner suggests that one is deliberately concealing information and can be considered as cheating.

    2. Emotional connection: Emotional conversations, sharing personal experiences, or expressing intimate thoughts with someone other than your partner is considered cheating.

    If a person is engaging in such conversations with someone outside of the relationship without their partner’s knowledge, it can be perceived as emotional infidelity.

    3. Hiding texts: The intention behind hiding texts is crucial.

    If someone is intentionally concealing messages to avoid confrontation or to maintain a relationship with someone, they know their partner would disapprove of, it may be seen as a breach of trust.

    4. Violation of agreements: In many relationships, couples establish agreements or boundaries regarding communication with others.

    Breaking those boundaries with other people may violate these agreements, leading to feelings of betrayal.

    5. Violation of trust: Trust is a fundamental aspect of any healthy relationship. If you engage in any activity that can potentially erode trust, you are cheating

    It’s important to note that perceptions of cheating can vary among individuals and within different relationships.

    Open communication and setting clear boundaries are essential in maintaining a healthy relationship.

  • 18-year-old jealous girlfriend jailed in UK for pouring hot water on friend

    18-year-old jealous girlfriend jailed in UK for pouring hot water on friend

    An 18-year-old Ghanaian woman, Princess Owusu Ansah, has been sentenced to three years in prison by a UK court for a violent attack on her friend. Princess is said to have poured boiling water over her friend and stabbed her, allegedly in response to cheating allegations involving her boyfriend.

    The distressing episode unfolded when a video clip captured by Owusu Ansah on her mobile phone went viral on Snapchat. The footage depicted the victim cowering under a duvet, screaming in agony as Owusu Ansah threw a kettle of boiling water over her.

    Moments prior to the assault, Owusu Ansah is heard accusing her friend of engaging in relationships with other people’s partners and acting as though she could escape the consequences. After delivering a series of punches, she proceeded to pick up a silver knife, striking it against a radiator before stabbing her victim in the leg.

    The attack took place on February 2, 2023, at the victim’s residence in the Dog Kennel Estate, Dulwich. Eventually managing to escape, the injured woman fled into the street and was later treated at Kings College Hospital for non-life-threatening stab wounds.

    Members of the public who had seen the disturbing video on Snapchat promptly alerted the Metropolitan Police. In March, Owusu Ansah, hailing from Royston, pleaded guilty to charges of grievous bodily harm and criminal damage during her appearance at Inner London Crown Court.

    On May 9, during her subsequent court appearance, Owusu Ansah received a three-year prison sentence for the heinous assault.

  • If you ever cheat on your man by mistake, don’t confess!- Seun Jimoh advises women

    If you ever cheat on your man by mistake, don’t confess!- Seun Jimoh advises women

    Nollywood actor Seun Jimoh has advised married women to never disclose cheating scandals to their cheating scandals from their partners.

    The actor stated it on his Instagram page on Thursday, 16th March 2023.

    He added that the confession should be between the woman and God.

    Explaining his reason, He said men do not forgive cheating scandals.

    ” Dear female, I Know this may be a hard pill for men to swallow, if you ever cheat on your man by mistake, don’t ever confess! Keep it between you and God. Men don’t forgive cheating, and if they do, they will hold it over and punish you with it for the rest of your life, ” Mr. Jimoh explained

  • Lady in tears as boyfriend who pampered her impregnates another woman

    Lady in tears as boyfriend who pampered her impregnates another woman

    An African American lady has shared how she was endlessly pampered by her boyfriend only for him to end up impregnating another woman.

    In a video making the rounds online, the young lady narrated how her relationship ended after her loving and caring boyfriend cheated on her and got caught in the process.

    She revealed that he pampered her from the very first month they started dating and treated her to numerous romantic gestures.

    According to the woman, her man named Caleb gave her the very first bible she owns during their one-month dating anniversary.

    The boyfriend used to send her messages daily, reassuring her of his love and how special she was to him and the world.

    He also gave her flowers every week and planned regular romantic dates, however, despite all these, he still got another woman pregnant.

    The lady who works at a restaurant said the woman her man impregnated called her when she was at work and that was how she found out he has another girlfriend.

    She totally got heartbroken after hearing the news but she did not delay before breaking up with him for her mental peace.

    Watch the video below to know more…

  • I cheated on my current girlfriend – Kalybos confesses

    I cheated on my current girlfriend – Kalybos confesses

    It is rare for people to admit to being unfaithful in their relationships, especially in public.

    But comedian Richard Kweku Asante, known in showbiz as Kalybos, did just that on television.

    He admitted to the host of The Doreen Avio Show on Joy Prime that he had previously cheated on his current partner.

    The comic actor was asked whether he had ever cheated on his partner before, and he responded, “Yes. The current one, yes.”

    The studio audience erupted in applause after hearing his confession, possibly because of his candour.

    “Oh yes. I am [in a relationship]. I happened to fall into one, and I like where it is. In my line of work, most of my colleagues might not agree with this. But very important you have a relationship; have a single relationship.”

    “You meet ladies, new faces all the time, so if you’re one who is picky and is not content with what he has, you might find a lady attractive, but tomorrow, definitely, trust me, you’ll find a different lady who’s more than what you saw. It all boils down to you, the guy. Assess yourself to know that I need to settle down with one lady, then the rest can follow,” he advised.

    Kalybos did not reveal his current girlfriend’s identity or the circumstances that led him to cheat on her.

    However, the filmmaker, admonished individuals who wish to settle down to give it careful thought.

    This, he believes, will reduce the tendency to break up with one’s partner.

    Kalybos further indicated that he has over the years learned a lot from his female siblings.

    One of these lessons, he claims, is how to handle and treat ladies. 

    Source: Myjoyonline

  • ‘I only know four faithful men in this world’ – Don Jazzy claims

    ‘I only know four faithful men in this world’ – Don Jazzy claims

    Popular music executive, Don Jazzy, has asserted that there are only four trustworthy men in the entire world.

    The Mavin Boss made this statement while touching on faithfulness in marriages during a recent podcast with media personality Nedu.

    According to Don Jazzy, the majority of his male friends who cheat on their wives do not even consider the possibility that their wives could also be unfaithful to them.

    Although he did not mention names, the popular sound engineer stated that he knows four guys in the world who are true to their spouses and that every other man cheats.

    However, the 40-year-old musician pointed out that there are many levels of infidelity adding that some men cheat while treating their spouses with utmost respect and respectability.

    Meanwhile, Don Jazzy earlier stated that he cannot be committed to one woman.

    Don Jazzy claimed that although things might change once he locates his lost rib, he can’t stay committed to just one woman in the meantime.

    “I wouldn’t be able to process the fact that if I like this person, every other person should go to hell. As at now, in my life, when that butterfly hits me like it hits you people when you fall in love, maybe I will then say every other person is f*cked up and this is who I like,” he said.

    Source: Ghanaweb

  • Why I cheated on every partner I had

    I’ve never been a faithful partner. Not once.

    I cheated on my first boyfriend when I was 17. When I was married, I had an affair with my yoga instructor, a fisherman, a Sufi poet, my florist, a hairdresser, and a tango teacher.

    I loved the thrill of being naughty and never getting caught. I craved excitement.

    I’d go at it in broad daylight at cheap motels, in cars, and even in a Pilates studio. I’d shop for lingerie, used explicitly for these cheating trysts, and then toss it in the trash.

    I thrived on the newness of a ripped body pressed up against mine. I was absolutely addicted.

    Eventually, I left my marriage and found myself in a new relationship. After a few months, we stopped having sex, cold turkey. For eight months, he didn’t lay a finger on me.

    I tried to be a loyal, supportive partner but my old ways (and sexual needs) crept back in.

    Before I knew it, I was doing the no-pants dance with this incredibly hot musician from a popular rock band. He was married and bored; I was intimacy-starved.

    We met up once a month and let it all out. I carried on like that for a while, then called it quits with my boyfriend.

    Here’s the thing: I never became emotionally attached to any of the men I ran around with. I just needed the rush.

    I’d always be dressed and out the door before they tried any of that cuddling or pillow-talk nonsense. Many of them would comment that I was “like the man in the arrangement.” I got off on that. I felt empowered, fierce, and invincible.

    Somewhere along the way, I found that what I truly craved were those exact feelings. I had all of this energy and no other person could help me spend it fast enough.

    One day I just woke up — literally. It turned out I had it within me all along to boost myself up and feel like a bada**.

    Cheating was the wrong outlet and I needed to cut it out. I was wasting time, and disrespecting myself and my partners.

    I found myself a cute apartment, took a new job, and started spending quality time alone.

    I stopped dating and didn’t have random hook-ups anymore. I got busy taking care of myself. My urge to constantly get naked simmered down.

    I adored living alone. I took up snowshoeing; I loved the feeling of trekking out into the newly fallen snow in my winter gear. I went on day trips and would disappear, not telling a soul where I was.

    These moments filled the void I used to fill with sex.

    I found hidden beaches, hiked gorgeous trails, and learned to make fresh jam and bread. I’d prepare elaborate meals just for me, and treat myself to high-end cheese and wine.

    In lieu of orgasms with strangers, I’d recreate meals from “Cooks Illustrated,” listen to Chet Baker albums, and take myself to the movies.

    For the first time in my life, I was having a healthy relationship with myself.

    Eventually, I met and fell in love with someone to whom I’m fiercely loyal. He’s a dedicated, strong, and present partner. Because I feel more complete as an individual, and he’s living a life he loves, we balance each other out.

    I’m no longer interested in cheating because I learned how to stop distracting myself with meaningless sex and relationships.

  • If you cheat on someone, you want to end it with that person

    As someone who has been both the victim and the perpetrator of cheating at large, I feel I’m somewhat of an expert when it comes to this subject.

    I’ve seen it all. I’ve done it all. I’ve hurt enough people, burned enough bridges, and felt karma come right back and bite me in the ass many times. So, I get it. It sucks for everyone involved.

    There’s nothing quite like the exquisite agony of finding out someone cheated on you. There’s also no experience exactly akin to cheating on someone.

    Sure, you feel guilty, but mostly you’re acting out. You’re not utterly destroying the relationship you have with someone for a quick screw — you’re doing it to screw yourself.

    If you cheat on someone, you want it to be over with that person. You may not know it. You may not even want to accept it as you’re reading these words. It may not feel that way at all.

    If you’re the person who has been cheated on, you may not want to believe this either. You may want to save what you have. You want comfort.

    That’s not what this is, unfortunately.

    Cheating is not just a mistake, a momentary lapse of judgment, or a spark of passion that quickly burned out as soon as it was lit. Cheating is a byproduct of internal, long-term chaos. At the heart of cheating are personal insecurity and self-loathing.

    Cheating isn’t about sex or passion. Obviously, there can be passion involved in cheating, because cheating is totally subjective and happens in a variety of different circumstances.

    Whether it was a drunken hookup after one too many Jameson and gingers or the culmination of months of fiery flirtation and eventual planning to have an affair, the root of the act is not desired.

    What really makes people cheat is unhappiness with themselves. It comes from deep-seated personal anguish and self-hatred. You think you are bad, so you do bad things. You get caught cheating, you deserved it because you’re bad.

    You can desperately want the person you cheat with, but that want itself comes from your own insecurity and discontent.

    Cheating is more about the person who cheated.

    Those who get cheated on, more often than not, blame themselves. When I was the person who was cheated on, I thought I wasn’t good enough. I figured I was a crappy girlfriend and so I deserved to be with someone who didn’t love me enough not to stray.

    Having been on both sides, I know that cheating is far less about the person you’re cheating on than it is about you.

    You’re compensating for something and trying to make yourself feel whole in the face of self-loathing. No amount of love from someone else can make you feel whole, so you try to ruin your own life by doing messed up things.

    When someone cheats, it’s because they don’t know what else to do. For those who cheat, there is a feeling of stifled terror in our current partnership that comes with cheating.

    It may or may not be directly related to what’s happening in our relationships. You think you’re drowning, you become desperate, and with desperation comes actions that have cataclysmic results.

    It obviously isn’t your fault if your partner cheats on you, but cheating is not *the* problem in the relationship — it is the end result of a combination of other problems.

    People who are happy don’t cheat on their partners.

    We often act out when we’re unhappy. When we’re unhappy, we act out; we do things that are not good for us. It is so much easier to go out and sleep with someone else than it is to confront the real problems we face in our relationships.

    It is reckless and careless. Mostly, it is an unwillingness to put in the effort to fix our relationship problems, coupled with a supreme cowardice to just end things with the person we’re dating.

    If we really cared about the relationship, we wouldn’t cheat; we’d go to couple’s therapy, or talk it out, and do everything we could to make things better.

    Cheaters are selfish and immature people, no matter their age.

    Here is the real truth: You cannot cheat on someone you love. I’ve written about this a hundred times and it NEVER stops being completely true. You simply cannot cheat on someone you love.

    OK, you might love your partner, but you do not love them enough. If you did, you wouldn’t do something like this.

    Cheating may seem like it’s all about you, but you’re hurting someone who supposedly means everything to you. If this person meant everything to you, you wouldn’t do something so awful to them. You’d have more respect than that.

    In my opinion, cheating is the end of a relationship. You need to have trust and respect in healthy, stable partnerships. Once someone cheats, all semblance of those two critical, baseline elements is lost forever.

  • Why you only like guys who don’t like you back

    Falling in love is blissful when the feeling is reciprocated, but what about when it isn’t?

    As much as we may wish it to be otherwise, some people may not want to be with us in the way we want them to be with them.

    Yet some women find themselves facing the harsh reality of unrequited love not just once, but in a pattern of attraction and toxic relationships that repeats itself over and over and over again.

    Why do some women keep falling in love with men who don’t return their feelings?

    Unrequited love is awfully difficult for some people to accept, no matter how obvious it may be.

    4 Common reasons why you only like the guys who don’t like you back

    1. You’re projecting what you want to be true.

    Projection is a term that’s often used in psychology to describe the ways in which we tend to see things in another person that don’t apply to them.

    In old fairy tales, projection was depicted by pixie dust or other sorts of magic that would charm characters and awaken their feelings of true love.

    In real life, projections operate more strongly when we are admiring a person from a distance. We don’t get to see the “flaws” that would become more obvious if we were to live with the person day-to-day.

    2. You unconsciously enjoy the drama.

    Some people become attracted to the chase. It can become so intoxicating that they prefer the pain of unrequited love to the sacrifices involved in a real relationship. The fantasy becomes more important than its fulfillment.

    The culmination of a love relationship can bring us back to a sobering sense of reality. The glamour fades and mundane life sets in again.

    This is the appeal of unrequited love for some people. If they prolong the chase, they don’t have to face the anticlimactic sense of coming down off of the romantic high. It stimulates high drama, providing the ideal antidote to any boredom that may be lurking around in our lives.

    3. You have a fear of intimacy.

    Some people make a habit of avoiding real love as a way of protecting themselves. They shy away so they won’t get hurt.

    Prolonging the search for love — in this case, pursuing it when it’s unrequited — becomes a way of keeping the sensation of being in love without the risk.

    Chasing after the impossible person turns into a bargain where we satisfy our longing for connection and our need to protect our vulnerable feelings at the same time.

    Remaining fixated on someone who doesn’t love us allows us to feel the intensity and passion involved in a relationship without the risk of commitment.

    4. You’re stuck in the past and are avoiding moving forward.

    Often times a fear of love is rooted in our past. It can involve painful experiences and disappointments.

    It can reflect the negative impact of sexual and/or emotional abuse. It can even be a byproduct of peoples’ inborn sensitivity.

    Any of the conditions noted above can bring allure to a situation involving unrequited love.

    Caught in its painful cycle, we can taste passion without being swept away by it. We can nurture our desires by always keeping ourselves one step away from fulfilling them.

    If you are pining over someone who is not returning your love, I urge you not to waste your time anymore.

    If you really desire a relationship, remember that it will not happen without two people having the same feelings at the same time. It is difficult but necessary to take a look at yourself know what is holding you back from finding love.

    Take a risk, be vulnerable and take a chance on real (and reciprocated) love.

    There is nothing like having a partner to share your life with whom you can count on, is emotionally available to you and more than willing to love you back.

    Source: Your Tango

  • 7 horribly depressing reasons men cheat

    We all know that cheating in relationships is as commonplace today as it ever was in history.

    Working as a relationship therapist for the last 14 years, I’ve seen countless women sitting in my office who have been devastated by discovering that their partner has cheated on them. And it’s not unusual for me to see men who are perplexed by their own behavior that has undermined a good or great relationship.

    When I ask men why they have cheated, here are some of the more common excuses I’ve heard:

    “If I were getting more (or good) sex at home, I wouldn’t have to cheat.”

    This line is as old as dirt. Unfortunately, having a lackluster sex life with your significant other is not an automatic pass for cheating. There can be many reasons why your woman is not interested in sex, and some of them don’t have anything to do with you.

    The only (healthy) way to have better or more frequent sex with your partner is to talk with them, work it out, and then have better sex. Why are they not interested in sex right now? Before laying in with a monologue about your needs, ask her how she’s doing. Listen without interrupting. Women are not as complicated as they may seem. Tell her you miss the intimacy, and why.

    “All men want to sleep with multiple women. When an opportunity comes by, they’ll take it.”

    The biological imperative to spread your seed was probably true a few thousand years ago. Today, however, there’s massive overpopulation, so this excuse has expired.

    Wanting to sleep around is fine, but acting on this impulse while you’re in a committed relationship sets off a karmic time bomb. If you really want to sleep with multiple women, talk to your partner first, to give her the option of staying with you or going on her way. That’s the real issue behind cheating: deception takes away the other person’s free choice.

    “I didn’t actually have intercourse, so it wasn’t cheating.”

    This harks back to the famous Bill Clinton line, “I did not have sexual relations with that woman,” where President Clinton got us thinking, what exactly is the definition of sex?

    While it’s true there are different levels of intimacy, kissing or even sexting outside the relationship can be just as damaging as sex. When you act on an attraction to someone outside the relationship, it doesn’t matter so much what you actually do. The breach was acting alone, leaving your partner oblivious to your actions, and powerless.

    “If my wife were kinder/15 pounds lighter/more supportive I wouldn’t cheat on her”.

    Part of this excuse, at its core, has some truth. If your spouse is not being supportive, it’s hard to get in the mood. But cheating, as a knee-jerk reaction, just sets up more pain for everyone. And physical changes, up or down, are part of what you agreed to when the relationship started. No one looks the same at 55 as they did at 25.

    Here are seven reasons men actually cheat:

    1. Revenge

    If you’re angry with your partner, cheating can feel like a powerful revenge (and pleasant, for a bit). In this case, you’re disrespecting two women at once. You’re getting back at your partner with a woman who you don’t think so highly of. Any potential new relationship that develops from infidelity is tainted with a sketchy beginning.

    2. Addictions, compulsions

    If you’re struggling with other problems, like alcohol or drug abuse, your decision-making may be affected. Cheating in that situation is a symptom of the larger issue, addiction.

    Sexual compulsions are another issue. If you’re compulsively fantasizing or acting on your sexual impulses to disengage from the rest of your life, who you cheat with doesn’t matter so much, it’s the distraction that counts.

    3. Boredom/unrealistic expectations

    Boredom can set in at any time, but going from bored to adulterous should be given some hard thought. Unrealistic expectations, like thinking your partner will fulfill all your desires and kinks, are a companion to boredom. The Internet and its limitless supply of pornography are somewhat to blame for this, particularly with young men.

    Actual women have thoughts and feelings, and desires of their own. It’s hard to be turned on for 12 hours a day, let alone 24.

    4. To sabotage or destroy the relationship

    This is cheating as a means to an end. Instead of breaking up with your partner outright, you cheat on her and make sure she finds out. For a lot of people, men and women, this action is easier to carry out than walking out of the relationship.

    In a variation on this theme, men sometimes cheat because they want to leave their current partner, but they don’t want to be alone. Having someone else waiting offstage makes it easier to leave.

    5. Immaturity

    Some men are immature, no other way to put it. But it’s not a character flaw; it’s probably that they don’t have much experience with monogamy. A man might see a committed relationship as a novel idea, and not fully grasp the work that’s involved.

    6. Childhood abuse

    Some men cheat in response to unresolved trauma. In this case, you either re-enact the childhood trauma or respond to it subconsciously.

    Attachment and intimacy issues are common symptoms of old trauma, and they leave you on shaky ground for monogamy. A secret sex life with other people is a great distraction from pain but doesn’t resolve any underlying issues.

    7. Insecurity

    Insecurity can be tied to childhood abuse, or it can arise in any man at any time. There is a tremendous amount of pressure on men in Western society to be young, handsome, rich, smart, athletic, witty, and on and on. To prop up a sagging ego, cheating works pretty well (for a little while). It’s a way to feel desired and appreciated outside of a relationship, and it’s cheaper than buying a convertible.

    The bottom line is cheating on someone you love has heartbreaking consequences.

    If you think you’re in danger of hurting the one you love, reach out to your partner, or a professional, to talk about what’s working or not working in your relationship. It can be a hard conversation, to begin with, but not as hard as telling your beloved that you’ve betrayed them.

    Source: Your Tango

  • Investigation: Hans Niemann ‘likely cheated’ in more than 100 games

    An investigation found that a chess player at the centre of a cheating scandal “possibly” cheated in more than 100 online games.

    Hans Niemann has been accused by world champion Magnus Carlsen of cheating, though no evidence has been presented.

    Now an investigation by Chess.com says it is likely Niemann has cheated “much more often” than he has acknowledged.

    But it found no evidence he had cheated in his game against Carlsen or in any “over-the-board” games.

    The American has admitted cheating in informal games when he was younger but denies doing so in competitive games.

    The 19-year-old, who has been approached by the BBC for comment, has previously accused Carlsen and Chess.com of trying to ruin his career.

    The scandal began earlier this month after Carlsen, considered by many to be the greatest player of all time, was defeated by Niemann at the Sinquefield Cup in a major upset.

    The Norwegian made veiled accusations of cheating against Niemann at the time before openly accusing him last week.

    Now Chess.com has produced a 72-page investigation into Niemann’s games on the site, which most of the world’s top players compete on, including for cash prizes.

    The site, which has banned Niemann for alleged cheating, claims it is likely he cheated as recently as 2020, including in prize money events and against highly-rated “well known” figures in the game.

    Its analysis compared Niemann’s moves to those suggested by chess computers – which are far stronger than even the best players – and the probability of his results, among other factors.

    “Overall, we have found that Hans has likely cheated in more than 100 online chess games, including several prize money events,” the report said.

    “He was already 17 when he likely cheated in some of these matches and games. He was also streaming in 25 of these games.”

    The report contradicts statements previously made by Niemann that he had only cheated in informal games on the site when he was 12 and 16, but never in competitive games or when he was streaming on gaming platforms such as Twitch.

    However, although his results are “statistically extraordinary”, Chess.com said there was no “direct evidence” Niemann had cheated in his win against Carlsen or in other over-the-board games in the past.

    In his statement last week, Carlsen suggested Niemann had cheated in their game at the Sinquefield Cup in the US state of Missouri, saying he “wasn’t tense or even fully concentrating” while outplaying him using the black pieces “in a way I think only a handful of players can do”.

    He also said he had become suspicious of Niemann because he has made “unusual” progress in recent years. Others have argued that Niemann’s progress, while fast, is comparable to other top junior players.

    Chess.com said there were “certain aspects” of the game that were “suspicious”, including Niemann’s explanation of the game afterward.

    The site also noted “anomalies” in Niemann’s rate of improvement, which has seen him soar up the rankings in classical chess from around 800 in the world to the top 50 in less than two years.

    Chess.com said this rise was the fastest in “modern recorded history” and had occurred “much later in life than his peers”.

    The site also denied it had been pressured by Carlsen, who has dominated chess for more than a decade, to remove Niemann.

    Carlsen has insisted he will not play Niemann, and earlier this month resigned in protest after just one move when they re-matched each other in an online tournament.

    When the controversy erupted earlier this month, Niemann issued a strenuous denial, saying he was willing to play naked to prove he was not concealing electronic devices that could allow him to cheat.

    “I don’t care, because I know I am clean. You want me to play in a closed box with zero electronic transmission, I don’t care. I’m here to win and that is my goal regardless.”

    A statistical analysis of Niemann’s over-the-board games by Prof Kenneth Regan, widely regarded as the world’s leading expert on cheating in chess, found no evidence he had cheated.

  • Should I apologize to my ex? 13 useful pointers to help you decide

    “Should I apologize to my ex? Or should I let it go?” It’s a battle between the heart and the mind. Snapchat throws memories at you from five years ago. And the sudden urge to unblock your ex takes over. You think about all the times you made them cry. The picture of their cute face melts your heart like ice cream. And you are down that rabbit hole of guilt and regret.

    Maybe there were too many unnecessary fights. Or maybe you didn’t give them the respect that they deserved. Maybe you were so caught up in your issues that you became blind to their needs. All these maybes start messing with your brain and all you want to do is pour them out in the form of a long apology letter starting with ‘Dear ex’.

    So, if you’re wondering, “Is it too late to apologize to an ex? Should I apologize to my ex for acting crazy?”, don’t worry, we’ve got your back. These useful pointers will help you decide if it’s worth reconnecting with your ex to apologize.

    Research points out that staying friends with exes out of suppressed feelings for them led to negative outcomes, whereas staying friends due to security and practical reasons led to more positive outcomes. So, the question of the hour is…Are you apologizing to your ex out of suppressed feelings for them or because you want to be civil and don’t want them to hold grudges against you? Consider the following questions to arrive at a wise decision:

    1. Is the apology a dire need?

    Apologizing to an ex years later only makes sense if you caused them a lot of pain and the guilt is still too hard to shake off. Did you physically or mentally abuse them? Or did you ghost them and weren’t mature enough to break up properly? Did you gaslight them or emotionally neglect them? Or did you cheat on them?

    Scenarios like this can be difficult to get over. In such cases, you should surely apologize to your ex because you may have caused deep emotional damage. You might be the reason they have trust issues. If your apology comes from a place of sincerity, will bring you peace, and help you heal, then go ahead and apologize to your ex.

    How to apologize to an ex? Just say, “I am really sorry for all the pain that I have caused you. I was so immature and you didn’t deserve to be treated that way. I know I should have known better. I have learned a lot and I’m trying to become a better person. I hope you forgive me someday.”

    2. Is this a way to get them to apologize?

    My friend Paul keeps asking me, “Should I apologize to my ex who dumped me? Maybe she feels sorry too, for what she did.” This is a classic example of the apology being conditional. Paul wants to apologize not because he feels sorry but wants his ex to feel sorry for what she did and ask for his forgiveness. So, if your objective is to get an apology in return, you should not apologize to your ex. No apology is better than an apology tendered with selfish and ulterior motives.

    3. Is this just an excuse to talk to them?

    I apologized to my ex and he ignored me. I was pretty hurt and crushed when he did that. To make sure you don’t have to go through that, I urge you to be honest with yourself. Are you wondering how to apologize to an ex because you want to take accountability for your actions or just because you want to hear their voice again? Is this because you are missing them like crazy and want their attention anyhow?

    If the answer is in the affirmative, abort your mission right now. Go take a walk. Watch an interesting Netflix show. Complete that pending presentation from work. Sit with your parents and laugh on lame WhatsApp forwards. Go to a salon and change your hairstyle. Call up your best friend. Call up anyone EXCEPT your ex. Distract yourself.

    4. You just got dumped

    My colleague, Sarah, recently confided in me, “Should I apologize to my ex after no contact? The relationship I was in after breaking up with him just ended. I couldn’t talk to my ex while I was dating but now that I am single, I feel like saying sorry to my ex for being needy.”

    The breakup has just triggered old trauma in her. She just needs to fill the void on an immediate basis. She also wants to jeopardize her ex’s current relationship. Can you relate to her? If you can, don’t go forward with the apology.

    5. Can you stop at an apology?

    Research has found that 71% of people don’t get back together with their exes, only 15% of those who get back together, stay together, and around 14% get back together but break up again. Before you act on your desire to rekindle a romance with an apology, know that the odds are stacked against you. Apologizing to an ex years later only to go down the rabbit hole of confusion is just not worth it.

    So, ask yourself, “Should I apologize to my ex who dumped me? Can I stop at an apology? Am I doing it because I low-key want to get back together with them?” If your “I am sorry” can easily turn into “Hey, let’s give it another shot”, then trust me you are better off without apologizing.

    6. Have you truly moved on?

    Your relationship doesn’t need constant revisiting; only the song Summer of ‘69 does. So, ask yourself, have you truly moved on? If you are finding excuses to talk to them again and again, you have not moved on from them. If your intent is not right, this apology might just delay the whole process of moving instead of bringing you closer to healing.

    So, instead of sulking about not getting closure, channel your energies into creating new memories in old places. Don’t keep your ex’s things around you. Don’t ask your mutual friends how your ex is doing. Reconnect with yourself (write about places you want to explore and food you want to try). Focus on the positives of the breakup and celebrate this freedom of yours.

    7. Forgive yourself

    Is it too late to apologize to an ex? Maybe. Perhaps, they are happily dating someone else. Or reaching out to them after no contact may get in the way of their efforts to move on. In such circumstances, reestablishing contact, even if it’s just to apologize, may not be a good idea. But you can always work on forgiving yourself. You can take the lessons that you have learned and apply them to your next relationship. It is never too late for that.

    If your relationship was traumatic, there is a very real chance that your ex may respond negatively to your apology. They can say something like, “I don’t think I can ever forgive you for the pain that you caused. You are not worthy of my forgiveness. I hate you and I regret dating you.” This is the worst-case scenario but if you are not prepared for such harsh reactions, you should avoid apologizing to your ex. Working on forgiving yourself is hence better than begging for their forgiveness.

    8. Ask yourself, “Do I need to apologize to my ex, or am I just beating myself up?”

    Maybe you expected more out of yourself and can’t process the things that you did. And that’s why you go around asking your friends, “Should I apologize to my ex for being needy?” Listen, it’s okay. You messed up and now it is all in the past. At that time, you were wounded and didn’t know any better. The subconscious mind loves to bring in old memories. Don’t fall into the traps of “Oh, if only…” or “I wish…”. It all happened for a reason.

    Write down all your suppressed feelings. Or let them out of your system by dancing, painting, or working out. Instead of punishing yourself, start taking proactive steps toward evolving in your speech, behavior, thoughts, and actions. Take the road of acceptance and introspection. Yoga and meditation can also help you a lot in loving yourself again. Also, maintain a gratitude journal and write in it every day.

    9. Is your ex mature enough?

    Still wondering, “Should I apologize to my ex?” Even if you do apologize, imagine the hypothetical reaction of your ex. Would they lash out and make you feel worse? Would they take it as a sign that you are not over them? Or would they accept this apology, forgive, and move on? If you were dating an immature person, the latter is unlikely.

    So, you should be ready for all kinds of reactions. Stop if you know their reaction is going to hurt you. They might not forgive you right away and you should be okay with that. Only go forward with that apology if you are doing it with zero expectations. Your intention should be closure and letting go of residual guilt so that you can move on peacefully.

    10. Maybe you are just going through a hard time

    Maybe your parents got divorced. Or your job is just killing you from the inside. Or you just lost someone close to you. Such situations can trigger old trauma. Also, in such vulnerable times, you might feel like bonding with the person who was once very close to you. So, this need to apologize could be stemming from loneliness and wanting a shoulder to cry on. In this situation, the answer to “Should I apologize to my ex?” is “No”.

    11. Recollect how your relationship made you feel

    Was it a toxic and codependent relationship? Did it destroy you both from the inside? Did you become another version of yourself in that relationship? Did you spend most of your days crying? Remind yourself of all that mess and pain before asking the question, “Should I apologize to my ex for acting crazy?” Maybe, the crazy thing is wanting to revisit all that trauma.

    If your ex cheated on you and you were not the one at fault, there is no point justifying their wrongdoings. Don’t blame yourself and definitely don’t say something like, “I am sorry I didn’t give you enough time. Maybe that is what made you cheat.” Their betrayal is not justified and you don’t owe them an apology.

    12. Has no contact been good for you?

    Is the no-contact rule working out just fine for you? Have you been a healthier version of yourself ever since you stopped talking to your ex? If the answer is yes, don’t let one weak moment take you down. Don’t apologize. Some self-control is all you need. Look for healthy distractions (like talking to people who are good for your mental health or channeling all those energies into your career).

    13. Is staying in touch with your exes a recurrent pattern?

    When I apologized to my ex and he ignored me, I realized for a fact that this was a deeper behavioral pattern. It involved more exes and more apologies. I realized that I was blocking my own happiness by keeping old memories so close to my heart. Turning a new leaf is only possible if old, dry leaves are crushed and forgotten.

    Related Reading: Moving On From A Toxic Relationship – 8 Expert Tips To Help

    So, ask yourself, “Should I apologize to my ex or should I work on myself instead?” If you are someone who keeps going back to people who are not good for you, there are definitely deeper patterns at work. Seeking professional help can help you recognize the childhood trauma that’s related to these patterns. Learning about your attachment style can help you find the answers that have eluded you for so long and understand why your relationship patterns. If you’re looking for help, counselors from Bonobology’s panel are here for you always.

    Key Pointers

    • Before apologizing to your ex, you need to introspect on whether it truly is an apology or just an excuse to talk to them again
    • You can go ahead with an apology if you think you can stick to getting closure and nothing more
    • If your apology is conditional and you are expecting something in return, it is better to not talk at all
    • Apologizing can backfire if your ex is not mature enough, old resentment gets triggered, or a never-ending cycle of blame games begins
    • The only reasonable way to move on is forgiving yourself, learning the required lessons, and not repeating the same mistakes in your next relationship

    Finally, let’s end with a quote by Helena Bonham Carter, “[If a relationship] isn’t forever, that doesn’t mean it’s a failure. The important thing is that you have to allow the other person to grow. And if they’re not going in the same direction, however heart-breaking, you have to do what is right for that growth. It’s hard to do something forever because life is very short.”

    FAQs

    1. Should I apologize to my ex or let it go?

    Depends on how toxic your relationship was, how mature your ex is, the intentions behind that apology, and your ability to stick to an apology and respect boundaries.

    2. Is apologizing to an ex selfish?

    No, it’s not selfish. After becoming self-aware, we look back and realize how we caused pain to people unintentionally. Apologizing could have more to do with guilt, shame, and regret instead of selfish behavior.

    Source: Bonobology

  • Do cheaters miss their Ex? Find out

    There are few things in life that damage your self-esteem as much as betrayal does. You begin to question everything. From your partner’s love to their grand gestures to every word they uttered. You can’t help but wonder if it was all one big lie. At some point, you may even find yourself wondering, “Do cheaters miss their ex?” The answer to this question becomes important when dealing with the aftereffects of infidelity.

    Cheating is soul-shattering, irrespective of gender and sexual preference. According to Divorce Magazine, 60-75% of couples who experience infidelity remained together. But there’s a catch here. Not all those couples chose to stay together out of love. For some, the reasons varied from fear of being alone to not having anywhere else to go, financial issues, fear of traumatizing their children, and so on.

    It’s plain to see how complicated a couple’s dynamics can become in the aftermath of cheating. Whether you choose to stay together or part ways, an understanding of a cheater’s mindset can help make the journey somewhat easier. Figuring out how a cheater feels about an ex is an important part of it.

    When do cheaters realize they made a mistake?

    Do cheaters miss their ex? How do cheaters feel after a breakup? When do they realize the magnitude of their actions? The answers to these questions depend on the personality of the person who has cheated.

    Serial cheaters don’t ever realize they made a mistake. They go on about their life as if nothing happened. They love the thrill of meeting new people and making them fall in love. It boosts their self-esteem. It validates their being. On the other hand, people who cheat while being in a long-term relationship, do have a tinge of regret for their actions. There are some shocking things cheaters say when you confront them and often describe their romantic liaison as:

    • Nothing. It meant nothing
    • It was just a one-off thing
    • I was too drunk to think straight
    • It won’t happen again

    But don’t worry, cheaters get their karma. If not immediately, then one day down the road, they will reflect upon the hurt they caused you and it will make them miserable.

    A Reddit user describes cheating aptly. They shared, “It’s like you separate the consequence of hurting the person you love from the thrill of doing the horrible thing. They are totally different things. You expect to not get caught and don’t realize how much it would hurt until it DOES and you see it first hand. Only then do you feel bad and sorry. It’s selfish. Truly unforgivable. “Once a cheater, always a cheater” because there is this disconnect between the action and the consequences.”

    However, this is not to say that anyone and everyone who cheats is an unthinking, unfeeling monster who isn’t affected by the consequences of their actions. Some people are truly remorseful, and you can spot in them the following signs they regret cheating:

    • They take accountability for their actions
    • They go out of their way to rectify their mistakes
    • They are willing to seek professional help
    • Their actions will speak louder than words
    • They cut ties off with the person they cheated on you with
    • They are more caring, loving, and affectionate toward you
    • You can sense they are changing

    When I was betrayed by my former partner, he cheated and chose her. He went on about his life as if nothing happened and he didn’t destroy my confidence. I won’t sugarcoat it. It was heartbreaking and I was furious. It made me question the very nature of love. There were so many questions to ask my ex.

    • Did he even love me?
    • Was everything a lie?
    • Did I and the relationship mean nothing?
    • Where are the karmic consequences of cheating?
    • Do cheaters get their karma?
    • How could he move on without a tinge of remorse or guilt?

    I even thought of getting back together and becoming a cheater after being cheated on because I wanted him to go through the same pain he caused me. But such damaging questions and thoughts only gave rise to a lot of insecurities and self-doubt. There was another question that contradicted all the tumultuous things I was feeling at that time: Will my cheating ex ever miss me? When do guys start to miss after a breakup? In my question for an answer, I have discovered some instances when cheaters begin to miss their ex:

    1. When they regret cheating

    When does an ex start to miss you? When they regret cheating on you. At some point, they are bound to look back. When they do, they might regret hurting you and that’s when they will miss you. You reap what you sow. Cheaters will eventually get their karma. You don’t have to make a plan on how to get revenge on an ex. The universe will do it for you.

    Nathan, a software engineer from New York, says, “If it was just a one-time thing, then he might miss you because there is no contact after being cheated on. He will wonder if you are doing okay. But if he is a narcissist, he won’t regret hurting you. If anything, he’d be angry that he got caught, that he has lost control of you and the narrative.”

    2. When they are alone

    When do cheaters miss their ex? When they are feeling lonely. Even if she/he cheated and chose her/him, they might miss you when they are alone. They might even think of ways to reach out to you, talk to you, and find out if you are still waiting for them.

    3. When they get cheated on 

    This is one of the things narcissistic cheaters can’t tolerate. Cheaters do miss their ex when their current partner cheats on them. It’s nothing short of hypocrisy. In my case, when he cheated and chose her, he would call me once a week to apologize. When his new girlfriend cheated on him with someone else, he completely lost it.

    All that validation and self-esteem booster shots he snorted from cheating on me were shattered when the karmic consequences of cheating slapped him real hard. A study also confirms this theory. It has been found that people who cheat are more likely to dump their partner if they do the same thing.

    4. When they go to places that remind them of you

    When does an ex start to miss you? When something reminds them of you. Memories last when people don’t and erasing memories and saying goodbye after a breakup isn’t as easy as turning a page. When you’re dating someone, you make tons of memories with them. Happy memories, memories of pain, and memories where the two of you were madly in love. You went to fancy restaurants for date nights, took long walks on the beach, and went dancing in clubs.

    Will my cheating ex ever miss me, you wonder? If an ex ever revisits the places they have shared fond memories with you, they’re bound to miss you. They will also miss you when they come across the things you left behind. Or when they read your chats, look at your pictures, or come across the gifts you gave them.

    5. When they see their ex with someone else 

    Do cheaters miss their ex? Yes, when they find out the ex has moved on and is dating someone new. They don’t know how to get over someone despite cheating on you because you were their safety blanket. You can call this jealousy as well. They can’t digest the fact that a person can get over them. When I finally tried to move on and started dating a guy my friends set me up with, my ex felt a little thrown. It bruised his little ego.

    He thought I would still be thinking about him and crying in my room. I had no contact after being cheated on yet he would call and beg me to see him one last time. When I went to meet him, all he did was talk about this new man I am dating. He dug up everything about him and tried to prove he wasn’t good enough for me. I replied, “As if you were.” He never asked me to meet him again.

    Do cheaters usually come back?

    Cheaters come back, well, usually. They will either offer to be your friend or they will ask you to give them one more chance. Either way, they want to be a part of your life. They will go around hooking up as much as they want, but at the end of the day, they crave security. They crave comfort. Will your ex come back? If they regret cheating, then yes. Below are some of the reasons why an ex comes back after having cheated on you:

    • They want both – the real one and the sidekick
    • It’s too difficult to move on. You’ve both shared a lot of ups and downs and they are not ready to lose it all because of their infidelity
    • Cheaters come back because they have fulfilled their fantasies. They had their fun and it’s time to get back to reality
    • They love you but not the person they cheated on you with
    • To use you again
    • They are honestly repentant and are trying to get their act together

    Can A Cheater Love Their Partner?

    There are many reasons why you cheat on someone. According to a study titled Motivations for Extradyadic Infidelity Revisited, cheating is motivated by various factors such as:

    • Lack of love and feeling neglected by a partner
    • Falling out of love with one’s partner
    • Low self-esteem
    • A desire to be more popular
    • Need for sexual variety
    • Inability to think rationally due to intoxication

    None of the above-mentioned reasons can justify cheating, except maybe the last one. I realized something when I was trying to heal and learn how to survive betrayal. I think a person can love the way someone else makes THEM feel without actually caring about how the other person feels. They don’t love you but they love how you make them feel.

    They call that love but they don’t actually know what love is. They are in love with how THEY feel and can cheat to experience that feeling. The feeling of being wanted, of being desired by as many people as they want gets their blood pumping.

    When they say that they love you and can’t live without you, they may even mean it, but what they really mean is that they can’t live without how you make them feel. When they get caught cheating, they feel shame and fear at the prospect of losing you because you are their main source of love and validation. So, they may stop with their delinquent shenanigans temporarily. However, most cheaters are fundamentally broken people, so they may end up falling into their old patterns again.

    Key Pointers

    • Cheaters can’t stand being cheated on
    • One of the signs they regret cheating is when they make efforts to rebuild the relationship
    • A cheater comes back because they want their safety blanket back
    • A cheater may miss you, especially when they are alone, get cheated on, revisit places that bring up memories of you, or see you with someone new

    While moving on from so much hurt and pain, we often do a lot of things that impact our mental health negatively. We doubt ourselves, we want to take revenge, and we even think of becoming a cheater after being cheated on. But is it even worth it? Trust me, it’s not. The best revenge is to be unlike the one who caused you hurt.

    FAQs

    1. Is cheating a mistake or a choice?

    It’s a choice. You can call it a mistake if they were drunk or weren’t in control of their senses. But it’s a conscious choice when they have been cheating on you for a long time. You can’t call that a mistake ever. It’s an act of cowardice and has nothing to do with you. It speaks about their nature and the fact that they need validation from more than one person.

    2. How do cheaters feel after cheating?

    They feel guilty. But the degree of guilt varies from person to person. The guilt could either be so high that they would mend their ways and never cheat on their partner. Or they are way too selfish to care about their partner and ignore the feeling of guilt that is nibbling at their rationality.

    3. How do you know if he is truly sorry for cheating?

    When he is sincerely sorry for what he did and wants to take responsibility for causing you pain. His actions will align with his words and he will prove to you that he is a changed man.

    Source: Bonobology

  • 2 ladies with the same boyfriend ‘clash’ in his room at same time; video drops

    A video that has sighted by YEN.com.gh on Instagram had two ladies apparently in a state of surprise as they found out they were dating the same guy.

    In the video that is fast going viral on social media, one of the ladies who appears to have been the second to arrive at the guy’s house got angry when she saw a stranger with her man.

    The lady who is standing appears more agitated than the lady she came in to meet.

    She is heard saying, “Nobody should touch me”, then turns to the other lady and quizzes if the guy did not tell her that he is already in a relationship with her.

    The guy in question appears disoriented as he does not know which of the ladies to side with following their near physical fight.

    He is seen seated by the lady who was the first to arrive at his place and at a point kneels down to beg the second lady not to cause a scene, but she is obviously having none of that.

    A friend of the guy is also summoned to the scene and he tries to calm tempers so they can all arrive at an amicable conclusion.

     

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    The other lady, on the other hand, maintains her cool and keeps mute as her rival throws a tantrum in a bid to get the lady who is seated to leave.

    Getting to end of the video, the lady who is seated appears to have enough of the noise and readies herself to take her leave.

    It is not yet known which part of Ghana this took place in or how the three people resolved the relationship issue.

    However, on the matter of beefs and misunderstandings, YEN.com.gh earlier reported that award-winning Kumawood actor and musician, Kwadwo Nkansah, known widely as Lil Win, has indicated that his beef with Funny Face is far from over.

    While speaking in an interview with Zionfelix monitored by YEN.com.gh, Lil Win said he was still holding a grudge against Funny Face following their fracas on live TV.

    “The beef is still the beef,” Lil Win told Zionfelix and went on to give an explanation to his unwavering stance.

    Source: yen.com.gh

  • 6 out of 10 Ghanaian men cheat on their wives Maurice Ampaw reveals

    Private legal practitioner, Maurice Ampaw is debating that six out of ten Ghanaian men cheat on their wives.

    He also argued that the majority of Ghanaian women always put on artificial hairs and make-up with the sole motive of making them look glamorous to men, end up being treated unfairly by being subjected seriously to infidelity.

    Speaking on Wontumi Radio and Television in an interview, Maurice Ampaw said ”Ghana men need deliverance explaining six out of ten men cheat on their wives,”

    Commenting further during the interview, the controversial legal practitioner, mentioned that men in Ghana are also suffering from artificial looks of most Ghanaian ladies who lure them into a relationship.

    Source: adwoaadubianews.com

  • Video: Girl attacks her fathers side chic at her workplace on behalf of mother

    A young girl visited the pharmacy to confront this pharmacist for trying to snatch her father from her mother.

    The side chic of the father initially tried to deny the ladies accusations but the determined backed her accusations with photos.

    Feeling embarrassed, the side chic called the security of the pharmacy to come walk the lady out but she remained unperturbed as she continued to create a scene.

    The lady, his mother and father are Ivorians seeking greener pasture in the United Kingdom.

    Source: ghsplash.com