Forbes February 16, 2025
Infidelity is often framed as an impulsive decision—a lapse in judgment or a moment of weakness. But in reality, cheating is rarely spontaneous. More often, it is preceded by a slow and subtle psychological process, one that allows a person to justify their actions before they ever step outside the relationship.
At the heart of this shift is a change in perception—where dissatisfaction is magnified, past happiness is rewritten and the relationship itself is reinterpreted to justify seeking something new. This isn’t just about falling out of love, it’s about reshaping the narrative of the relationship to make infidelity feel like an escape rather than a betrayal.
If you’ve ever wondered how someone can go from deeply in love to...