7 things that are worse for your relationship than cheating

If your partner has someone else, your world pretty much collapses. Isn't that the worst thing that can happen in a relationship?

Well, no. There are actually 7 things that are worse for you relation than cheating. And you might not expect that – when you think about it, you realize: wow, that's true.

1. Lying, deliberately keeping things secret
Of course, cheating is also a form of lying. And deceiving. But lying about other things and not being honest can be much worse than a one-time fling outside the door. Especially if it happens often, withholding those things from the other person. From financial troubles and unpleasant thoughts to fears, depression, dreams, wishes, ambitions. You must keep talking.

2. Not involving each other in your lives
A kiss with a stranger in the bar while your love is patiently waiting on the couch is not fun. But living completely past each other and pursuing your own plans entirely is really detrimental to your relationship. Share everything you experience and especially make memories together. Go out together and have adventures together.

3. Looking down on someone else
Worse than a fling with the bartender or barmaid. Not respecting each other. Not appreciating. Thinking: hey, for you, there are ten others. Thinking: I can do much better. That's about the worst foundation for your relationship.

4. Being jealous
Now, cheating is a valid reason to be jealous. But being jealous without reason is worse than peeking outside a bit. Distrusting someone, constantly checking, keeping an eye on them... It can be disastrous for your relationship.

5. Leaving someone to handle the kids alone
Those people who always think: oh, my partner will take care of the kids, today. And tomorrow. I have to work. And meet up with friends. Sorry. Well. Their loved ones are then quicker to seek a new partner who is actually there for the kids.

6. Not showing interest
If you are not happy for the other person when they get a new job or when they graduate. Or get a promotion. Or not even knowing that they are working on a promotion. Ouch, then something is really wrong. If you are not happy for each other, then love in a relationship is pretty hard to find. You must celebrate both the small and big successes together.

7. Always having little arguments
If you bicker and complain every day, then alarm bells might start ringing. Do you still match as well as you thought? Also more annoying than kissing someone else in a corner of the bar. Because this means you are no longer on the same level, not even on a friendly level.