It seems like in modern dating affairs and infidelity are more common than ever. This is because people are more vocal and open about these difficult situations and are being honest with their partners about their mistakes. Although, this can help heal a relationship after a betrayal, open and honest communication is a way that you can "affair-proof" your relationship. To prevent an affair, you and your partner should feel comfortable talking about your feelings and be able to compromise so that you can figure out what you need to do to make each other happy.

Affairs can break the trusting relationship that you and your partner have built. It is a betrayal of your partner as well as the commitment and it can severely damage a person's present and future dating life.

If you want to prevent an affair, the first step is knowing that it is impossible to predict everything. People make choices as individuals and it is difficult to control every aspect of a relationship to make sure that there is no infidelity. However, there are some ways that you can strengthen your relationship and make it so that your partner is not easily tempted into having an affair. One of the ways that you can do this is by being aware of what you and your partner need and honor your commitments to each other. If you want to "affair-proof" your relationship then you need to talk to your partner and make sure that both of your emotional and physical needs are being fulfilled.

You should feel comfortable talking to your partner as well as showing them how much you appreciate them. This means being physically affectionate and attentive and planning times of the week where you can spend time together to rekindle your romance. It means being able to communicate your feelings to each other clearly and without threats or emotional blackmail. People who commit affairs find themselves searching for something that they do not have in their current relationship and if you want to lessen the chance of infidelity, it is important to check in with your partner and how they are feeling.

Even though many people in long-term relationships believe that their relationship is protected and their significant other would never cheat, this is just not true. Everyone in any relationship is capable of having an affair. This chance increases when partners are unwilling to talk about the possibility of this happening. This ignores the issue and makes it harder for partners to open up to each other. If you or your partner are considering an affair, talking about it before it happens can help you figure out what you can do to prevent it from happening. As soon as the two of you can talk about it and the possibility that it may happen, the better you will feel.

Talking about the possibility of an affair also better prepares the two of you and shows the other person what the repercussions of this betrayal would be. It is impossible to find out how you will react to an affair until it happens but talking about it can help you figure out what might happen with a more rational state of mind. This helps your partner realize how you would feel about the situation and reinforces the commitment that you have to each other as well. This also gives each partner the chance to talk to each other about problems or concerns that they are having about the relationship. Once you realize that every relationship is capable of infidelity, the less frightened of the situation and more secure about your relationship you will be.

Conflict is a part of every relationship. Even the most perfect partners will still argue and bicker with each other. Small arguments and disagreements, if they are not dealt with, can turn into larger and more complicated issues. For example, if your partner tells you that they are tired of sitting at home but you say that you do not want to to go out then they will start to grow bored and unhappy and that could lead to an affair. If you want to "affair-proof" your relationship then the two of you need to learn how to handle conflict to reach a mutually satisfying compromise. Sometimes this means forcing yourself to leave the house when you want to sit at home in sweatpants because it will make your partner happy. Learning better and more creative ways to handle conflict within your relationship will make it easier to prevent larger issues from happening. Conflict can be resolved through compromise and attention. Compromising with your partner and finding a solution that will make the both of you happy will make them less likely to have an affair. Giving your partner attention when they ask for it can also help the two of you keep your commitment to each other. Arguing or fighting is a sign that there is something wrong with the relationship and learning how to manage these situations will make your relationship stronger.

Knowing when and how to communicate your personal needs and desires will keep your partner or yourself from straying outside the relationship for fulfillment. Talking about what you need is the only way that things can be solved. You need to make sure that the connection that you and your partner have is strong and that you check in with each other to make sure everything is okay. You should never take advantage of your relationship and assume that everything is fine. All this does is blind you to problems and ignore your partner. Your partner will stop looking for you to make them happy because they will see that they are not a priority for you anymore. When couples stop communicating and talking to each other, this pushes them further apart and leads to affairs and casual hookups.

Talking about what kind of behavior is acceptable and what is not is important to keep both of you happy. When the two of you are capable of discussing your needs and desires, this makes it easier to "affair-proof" the relationship by encouraging each person to achieve fulfillment with their partner. Couples should feel comfortable with each other and not be afraid to ask for what they need. You want to make sure that the lines of communication are open. If there is something that either of you needs that is not being done, you can talk about it and find a compromise or solution. This also means limiting discussions about your relationship to your partner. While talking to your friends or family about your relationship can help you examine your feelings and offer a new perspective, this should not be done all the time. It could make your partner feel like you are and your family is judging them and this will push them further away.

When you are having difficulty within your relationship, you might be tempted to reconnect with your exes. In modern dating, social media is the biggest influence when it comes to cheating and affairs. It is easy to reconnect with exes since they are usually on your list of suggested friends on Facebook or other social media. It is very dangerous to keep a relationship with your ex while you are with someone else even if you are just friends with them. You should also never discuss your relationship with any of your exes or someone that you are attracted to or you can be caught emotionally cheating on your partner. When you do this, it makes the other person feel like you are opening the door to getting together and it is too much temptation especially when you are having issues with your relationship. At the same time, your partner might feel betrayed that you were talking about them and your relationship with someone else. It closes the lines of communication between you and your partner and they will not no longer feel comfortable talking to you about their personal feelings since they think that you will tell everyone their personal business.

It is a reality of long-term relationships and modern dating that people tend to push intimacy and sex to the side. People are busy and life gets in the way of showing your partner how much you care and what they mean to you. You need to show them that you are willing to satisfy your partner's needs with affection and attention. Everyone wants to feel wanted by their partner. It always seems like there will be time later but if you keep pushing intimacy aside, then you will eventually push your partner away. Sex creates and strengthens emotional bonds in a relationship. It satisfies a physical, chemical and emotional need and this will make your relationship more resilient. One of the reasons that people who are monogamous commit affairs is that they feel disappointed or frustrated by their relationship and their partner. If you want to prevent an affair from happening, then you need to show each other some gratitude to promote happiness in the relationship.

It is important to make time for intimacy and sex with your partner on a consistent basis. This does not mean trying to schedule sex at the same time every night but making a conscious effort to reach out and initiate sexual contact with your partner. Even when you are apart, sending each other sexy text messages or photos can help achieve sexual intimacy with your partner and keep the romance alive. Or, you can also make a romantic night of it by renting out a hotel room for added privacy and a change of location which can also help get you in the mood. Either way, many people admit to having affairs when their physical needs are not being met and if you want to keep this from happening, making time for sex and intimacy and being physically affectionate with your partner is very important. Sex should be emotionally and physically satisfying to promote closeness and connection in the relationship.

If you want to "affair-proof" your relationship, then you need to show your partner that you value them by giving them special attention. One of the ways to do this is by going on dates. Having a weekly date night is very important to maintaining a strong emotional and physical connection with your partner. You want to capture that happy/excited/nervous feeling that you had when you first started dating. Keep it fresh by planning special nights where you can try out fun activities or take up a hobby together. You get to experience something together that you never have before which will help build a connection. It does not matter what you do as long as you are making time for your partner. Getting them flowers or small gifts can also show them that you are thinking about them and want to make them happy.

It is important to keep the sweet romantic and excited feelings for your partner even when you have been dating for years. This means that you need to make sure that you are putting time into your relationship. When people have been with the same person for a long time, they do not make as much of an effort because they assume that the other person is always going to be there and the relationship will never change. This can lead you to take advantage of your partner and will push them towards finding fulfillment and happiness with someone else. If you want to prevent affairs, you need to make sure that your relationship is protected and the only way to do this is to show your partner how much they mean to you.

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