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Adultery Quote by shannon l. alder

“Cheaters only cheat when they are missing something. There is a loss going on and it is up to you to figure out what that is. Their reason might be stupid to you, but to them it was more important than you realize. Cheaters know the risks they are taking. They know cheating is not a casual thing…” quote by shannon l. alder
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““Cheaters only cheat when they are missing something. There is a loss going on and it is up to you to figure out what that is. Their reason might be stupid to you, but to them it was more important than you realize. Cheaters know the risks they are taking. They know cheating is not a casual thing. There is something so intense inside of them to drive them to that point. You might not like what that thing might be, but you must accept it is there and either fill that need or move on. This loss could be anything: attention, someone more attractive, control, dominance, boredom...you name it. You will never heal a relationship unless you accept that there truly is a "why" that the cheater is not willing to share with you.””

shannon l. alder

About This Quote

Cheaters act to fill a missing need; understanding their motive helps address underlying issues.

In simple terms: Cheaters fill a need.

Key Takeaway

Identify and address unmet needs.

Themes

relationships trust psychology

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

psychological advice

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • friendship conflicts
  • workplace ethics
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

motivation risk need fulfillment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unmet need might drive a partner’s behavior?
  • How can you protect yourself while seeking understanding?
A Different Perspective

Not all cheating stems from rational motives; some are impulsive or pathological.

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