Emotional cheating is definitely one of the worst types of cheating out there. It might not be physical and no, he might not be having sex with someone, but his emotions are wrapped up in someone else. How hurtful is that? If you think that your man is wrapped up in someone else, take a look below and look out for the signs girls!
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1. All the Random Text Messages
He is probably getting all kinds of text messages from all kinds of girls – or maybe just one girl over and over again. If he won't show you even a smidge of your texts, it isn't a good sign.
2. Ditto with Facebook Messages
Seriously. Facebook is exactly the same as text messages.
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3. Emotionally Withdrawn from You
Does he not even care if you are in the room? All of his emotions are a complete mystery? It could be a sign.
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If you find yourself sharing your feelings and he seems utterly unresponsive or indifferent, take note. Emotional connection is the backbone of a relationship and without it, intimacy can quickly deteriorate. Is he sharing laughs, tender moments, or personal revelations with someone else? An emotional affair might be taking root if he reserves his more heartfelt interactions for another companion, leaving you feeling like a bystander in your own relationship.
4. Attention is Always Somewhere else
On his phone, on his computer, at work – everywhere but you.
5. He Spends More Time on His Computer/phone than with You
Which leads me right into this, his attention is always on his computer or his phone. Hell, you can't even get through dinner without him being on his phone.
6. Sex Drive Isn't What It Used to Be
I.E; he doesn't want sex, at all.
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If your partner seems to have shelved his libido completely, it could signal a deeper emotional connection with someone else. When intimacy takes a nosedive, it might be a red flag that he's getting his emotional needs met elsewhere. While all relationships experience ups and downs in the bedroom, a sudden, persistent lack of interest can be cause for concern. Don't overlook changes in his desire and intimacy patterns—it's essential to talk it out, as this kind of emotional shift can breed resentment and distance if left unaddressed.
7. You Can't Touch His Electronics … Ever
My wife and I have an extremely open relationship with our electronics, she has access to everything I have – do you have that with your boy?
8. You Notice His Passwords Were Changed
Not that you would log in all the time – but the last time you did, you knew the password. Now they are all changed.
9. Your Gut is Telling You Something is Wrong
Always, always listen to your gut.
10. He Constantly Clears His Browsing History
His browsing history can unlock a lot of secrets – unless he clears it all the time.
11. Lots of Phone Calls from Unknown Numbers
Maybe he has made them unknown on purpose – or at least you can't recognize any of the numbers he is now getting phone calls from.
12. Moodiness is Key
This is always a key for any cheater – he suddenly is moody all of the time.
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If you notice that your man has become particularly moody, it could be a sign that he's emotionally entangled elsewhere. His mood swings might not align with any obvious changes in his life, but rather, reflect the emotional highs and lows he's experiencing from his secret interactions. He could be elated after a profound connection with someone else, or sulky when he's guilty about his emotional infidelity. This unpredictability can create a sense of walking on eggshells around him, as you try to navigate through his ever-changing emotional landscape.
13. He Reacts Differently to You – Snippy and Edgy
This goes hand-in-hand with moody, he is snippy, he is edgy, he is constantly snapping at you. Not fun for either of you for sure.
14. He Starts to Pick Fights with You
Or, maybe he just starts to pick fights with you constantly.
15. He Has a Look of Guilt on Him
There is something about him, some type of look that means he is guilty.
16. He Doesn't Really Engage with You – No Date Nights and No Conversation
You used to have a date night, you used to have fun together, you used to talk – none of that is happening anymore.
17. If Your Gut is Telling You He's Cheating … He is
Seriously ladies, listen to your gut. Do a gut check – is something off? Talk to him about it!
So, how many of you have been in a relationship with an emotional cheater? Did you survive? Tell us in the comments!
Comments
A: Dated a guy exactly like this. They will also try to buy your love with random gifts and flowers, not because "they love you" but because they're cheating.
Kayley: But yeah, emotional cheaters are the best/worst liars. If there is weird energy listen to your gut. Leave immediately. There is no reason we should be with someone who treats us that way. We may blame ourselves and blame karma but that is preposterous.
SuperbSara: Recently experienced same thing though we were in a long distance relationship. Him residing in UK, me here in Dubai.
Anna: I cheated :(
SuperbSara: I felt he changed a lot, around March. Less time to chat or talk, moody, got so mad easily at me, I found out some of hie lies ...
Alipeach23: Yes, was in a 22 year marriage with a physical and emotional cheater! I thought the hardest thing to do would be to walk away, but it wasn't! It proved to be much much harder to stay in a loveless marriage!! Now i have started my life over and am in love with a wonderful man who adores me and several years younger..The best and most healthy relationship i have ever had! Trust your gut!! It is telling you the truth!
Alipeach23: I just want to say, it is easy to think all men and women cheat, but that is not true..Every relationship is individual they deserve the benefit of the doubt! Dint take your suspicions of your past into your future..you will sabotage your new relationship.
Amanda: Also if he nic picks you, always criticizing you and rolls his eye sometimes and you are the one who folds his clothes, does things for him.
Kayley: I was with an abusive man, he was physically abusive many times and hit me a couple of times outside of the bedroom. He would call me horrible names and slut shame my outfits at raves. He said he cheated on me once but thats a lie.
Tonya: Yes indeed, But. Now days women has caught up to their bullshit. We doing the cheating way better than them.
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