

The Infidelity Formula
35 snips Nov 16, 2022
In this discussion, marriage therapist Andrew G. Marshall—who has over 30 years of experience specializing in infidelity—reveals startling statistics on cheating among couples. He identifies the three primary factors leading to infidelity and explains how quiet desperation can drive individuals to stray. The importance of male friendships in fidelity is emphasized, along with the seven deadly sins of poor communication. Andrew shares insights on navigating emotional disconnect and the impact of modern technology on relationships, providing strategies to strengthen connections and prevent affairs.
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Root of Infidelity
- Men and women seek similar things in affairs, despite societal differences in socialization.
- Both genders ultimately desire to feel alive and connected, often seeking this through infidelity.
Vulnerable Stages
- Infidelity peaks during two life stages: when children are very young and when they are teenagers.
- These periods present unique challenges to relationships, often leading to desperation and vulnerability to affairs.
Infidelity Formula
- Andrew G. Marshall's infidelity formula: Problem + Poor Communication + Temptation = Affair.
- Problems can be individual or shared, conscious or unconscious, but fester when communication breaks down.