Question: Hey Betty, what is the difference between physical cheating and emotional cheating? I think my boyfriend is having an emotional affair with his coworker and when I asked him about the relationship, he said they were just very close friends, yet he seems obsessed with her. When it comes to relationship infidelity, there’s more [read more]
Question: I am devastated because I caught my girlfriend of two years cheating with my best friend
Question: I am devastated because I caught my girlfriend of two years cheating with my best friend. Why did she do it? Why did my best friend do it? Should I try to save the relationship? Of course, you are feeling devastated and have so many questions about the infidelity. It is painful and confusing. [read more]
Too Good to be True: Some Facts about Narcissistic Personality Disorder
You may be hearing the word “narcissist” more and more these days. When words seem to burst onto the scene you may be worried that it’s just “buzz”—the latest fad, catch-word or culturally “chic” concept. But in fact, there is some serious speculation that narcissism is, in fact, on the rise. While that might be [read more]
Question: Why can’t I just walk away like I have in other relationships?
I have been in a relationship for six years. No matter how many times he lies and leaves me for other women I continue to see him and always take him back. We are great when we are together but even though I know he will cheat again, I still want him. So I let [read more]
What Now? How to Process Being Cheated On
The period after all the wondering, the realizations, the “conversation” is just as important as all the angsty mess that led up to it. In fact it is even more important. What happens next is all about your being okay. And maybe healing your relationship. This blog is the final installment in the four part [read more]
Cheaters—Who Are They & Why They Do It
Who? Stereotype #1— the powerful Don Draper sex god having his way with every woman he fleetingly desires, from roundheeled underlings wanting a promotion (or to secure their jobs) to smart women who are his equals except… not really. Does he want to give up his marriage to a wife who does everything for him? [read more]
Is Your Partner Cheating? 5 Ways You Can Tell
Norman knew his wife was not happy. They were in counseling, but he was worried that it was already too late. One day, a thought took root in his mind and he could not shake it: “She’s having an affair.” He started to look for specific proof but it was hard to pin down. But [read more]