Relationships, especially marriages can be eroded over time by a spouse who is keeping an intimacy secret.

Obvious actions like infidelity can ruin a marriage, but what about lesser actions like emotional infidelity or “harmless flirtation”?

If a co-worker is flirting with you and you are sure nothing will ever be acted on, should you tell your spouse? Is it just a harmless action with no consequences?

What is emotional infidelity? A common definition says emotional infidelity occurs when an intense romantic bond occurs with a person other than the spouse. And how far can one go before their spouse is being cheated on?

Consider the reason why you are keeping this information from your spouse. Ask yourself if your actions are best for both you and your significant other.

How would your spouse react if you told them?

Ask yourself this question: how is your relationship being improved by keeping this information private?

Being honest with yourself about what is acceptable within your relationship is important in respecting your significant other. Revealing your true intent to yourself is key to understanding whether or not you have a potential relationship issue. Don’t be afraid to shine light on your inner workings. If you transform your mind, you will transform yourself.

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