Is infidelity just about sex? Does Infidelity and Loyalty mean the same thing to both sexes? Do men & women view these two words differently?
When we hear the term “Infidelity” we almost always assume the worst. In fact, one definition according to Webster’s Dictionary is:
1. “the act or fact of having a romantic or sexual relationship with someone other than your husband, wife, or partner”.
2. “the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another”
Whereas Loyalty is defined as,
1. state of being loyal: the quality or state of being loyal
2. feeling of duty: a feeling of devotion, duty, or attachment to somebody or something
Infidelity can and often times will lead to separation and or divorce. Sometimes it may seem so, but do women take it more seriously than men?
Most times when a woman makes a commitment, especially when saying “I Do” she takes it very seriously. When infidelity occurs, the relationship is damaged by knowing the one they love has been unfaithful. Unfortunately, these situations often-times escalate to the point of no reconciliation. Contrary to what many people may think, women are often at fault just as much as men. With the female gender, it often begins with “emotional neglect”. “He never compliments me”, We never go out anymore”, He doesn’t pay attention to me like he use to”. Thus begins the sometimes unintended search for the attention she feels she’s not been getting from her mate. This emotional neglect can occur just as much within men as it does in women. In turn, some men and women may view so-called infidelity as no big thing. But are they confusing Infidelity with Loyalty?
A person can be termed unfaithful when they involve themselves in a sexual relationship with anyone other than their significant other. So at what point does the infidelity become an issue of being disloyal as well? For most people, it would be at the point where their partner was ready to make a commitment to another.
Unfortunately, neither sex is immune from infidelity nor disloyalty. Relationships, especially marriage, require constant work from all parties involved. A strong relationship is not accomplished overnight and “love at first sight” does not always guarantee stability and longevity.
If you have experienced negative changes in your relationship or if you have suspicions of possible infidelity please call our office and speak with one of our investigators. There just may be something we can help you with.
