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2247: Why Women Cheat on Their Husbands by Evan Marc Katz on Marriage Advice

Jul 20, 2024

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Relationship expert Evan Marc Katz discusses the rising rates of female infidelity, challenging traditional notions of marriage. He emphasizes the importance of personal fulfillment, realistic expectations, and the acceptance of imperfections in relationships.

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Quick takeaways

Women may cheat to maintain marriages, not end them, due to emotional burdens and desires for fulfillment.

Realistic expectations, open communication, and acceptance of flaws are crucial for successful marriages.

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Reasons Behind Women's Infidelity

Studies show that women's infidelity rates have increased by 40% since 1990, challenging the belief that men cheat more. Women may seek affairs not to end marriages, but as a means to maintain them, considering infidelity a form of protest against constraints. The emotional burden women carry in marriages can reduce feelings of desire towards their husbands, leading to seeking fulfillment elsewhere.

Intro

5min

Navigating Marriage with Realistic Expectations and Honesty

2min

Navigating the Challenges of Long-Term Relationships

1min

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Episode 2247:

Evan Marc Katz explores the increasing rates of infidelity among women, challenging conventional beliefs about marriage and relationships. Through insights from Esther Perel and Kim Brooks, the article highlights the evolving dynamics and unrealistic expectations that often burden modern marriages.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/cheating/why-women-cheat-on-their-husbands

Quotes to ponder:

"The fact is, I’m nicer to my husband when I have something special going on that’s just for me."

"Maybe these women were on to something - valuing their marriages for the things it could offer and outsourcing the rest."

"At the end of the day, we accept these flaws."

Episode references:

State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity: https://www.amazon.com/State-Affairs-Rethinking-Infidelity/dp/0062322583

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