what do you consider cheating?
89483
I am a female whose husband had an emotional affair.\nOne tiny white lie will lead to a road of destruction.\nI am currently trying to forgive him, but its not working so well. Any and all cheating is unforgettable. The true trust will be gone forever.
275988
it has to be a mistake unless you are the one cheating.
229232
I have thought about cheating, but have never acted on it and I never will. I have enough respect for my husband than that! Plus, I would hate to break up my family over my stupid actions. I think if someone's going to cheat, they should have enough respect to end the relationship first!
409164
Depends on the man.  I would say if the right opportunity arose, most men would consider "cheating" (there are, of course, many forms of "cheating").
111745
The simple definition to me is ANY intimate physical contact with another person which you feel you need to keep from your significant other.  A kiss, sex, etc.  Some relationships are more open than others.  Some partners don't even like the thought of their sig other hugging someone else, some think that's fine.  It depends on what BOTH partners agree is not acceptable.  If something happens between you and someone and you feel you can't tell your sig other, you're probably cheating.\n\nEmotional cheating is WAY more subjective.  Everyone has fantasies about other people, whether it's a passing glance or a crush.  (Fantasizing too much, though, can mean that you're not getting what you need from your relationship and you should probably move on).  Acting on fantasies is what constitutes cheating.  My opinion.
739873
Don't you consider that cheating???  If you can't pass on your own merits-what kind of person are you?  Have some self-respect.
31066
Take away the first 5 words in your question and you have your answer.....If you feel he is cheating on you, you can be almost positive he is.
1016985
If you disagree on what constitutes cheating, you should leave him.  The more you love him the more his cheating is going to hurt.  Take the big hurt now, rather than taking it in medium sized doses frequently over a long period of time.  Walk away.
472755
I comepletely agree with " if you're going to cheat on someone don't be in the relationship." But if you do cheat, I think you should be completely honest with the person and then hand the reins over to them because now it's their decision if they still want to be with you. But some people truly believe in "What they don't know, wont hurt them" but the fact is that enventually they do know and you are a worse person for not only being a cheater but a liar.
438220
Cheating isn't just a physical act.  If you think it might be wrong, it probably is.\n\nIt sounds corny, but if it's wrong in your heart-- that's what makes it cheating.  You can't avoid a wrongdoing like cheating on a technicality-- like, "Well, I didn't really touch anyone else."  You know?
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why do you think he's cheating?
725616
Yes I've cheated.\n\nIts often a difficult question for most people to answer.  Why did I do it?  I felt very betrayed, unworthy, and just plain not good enough after my husband cheated twice.  I needed to know I was still beautiful and worthy of a man's love and attention.\n\nNot once did I feel I was betraying his trust.  It felt more appealing, like vengeance.  \n\nNo, I've been accused of cheating in other relationships.  I strived more to prove that I wasn't.  The thought of actually doing it never crossed my mind.
1073997
As long as he is doing it alone, and not actually meeting with this other person then how can it be cheating?\n\nIs having a fantasy cheating?  No.
200813
Emotional cheating is displaying / providing affection or desire of another while withholding the same from the one you love.\n\nIntentional or not, the action or thoughts will hurt the other should it become known.
162663
Cheating means that you deceive someone you love (hopefully love anyway). If you do it openly they have the option to kick your butt, join in or leave you alone with your new find.\n\nNot telling them is just a cowardly way of lying. Postponing the truth and hoping it won't be found out.
447878
Obviously those who do the cheating say it is a good thing and those who are cheated on say it is a bad thing.  It is all from your own perspective and beliefs about relationships.
919547
Sometimes (rarely) its just about sex, but usually not (even with guys).  Cheating is symptomatic of something seriously wrong in the relationship or seriously flawed in the emotional makeup of the cheater.   It is important to find out what the real reason for the cheating behavior is - it's not always easy or fun.  Good Luck!