Everyone knows that trust is key to a successful relationship. Once it’s broken, it’s damn near impossible to repair. In the realm of relationships, trust is normally the Victim (figuratively) that is abused by a cheating partner. In a modern world of “easy access” and over exposure to people across the world, there’s virtually always “opportunity” to hook up with someone albeit, virtually, emotionally, telecommunication or the old fashion way…in person. Opportunity always seems to be knocking and more people are answering.  And I don’t mean just men, I mean women too. It has become increasing challenging to simply focus on the person in front of you, you know, the one you proclaim to love with all of your heart.

What’s the answer? How does one combat this cheating epidemic? Well, I can’t say that there is a “best answer”. All I can offer is this valuable insight. Accountability is important, most certainly. In addition, tap in into this ancient thing called integrity. Usually, if you have any at all, it will supersede your temptations and offer logic, compassion and probably most of all common sense. However, none of this matters if you know your heart isn’t with the one you’re currently committed to. If you know you want to surf the waters of various sex partners and emotional waves with a spectrum of opportunities to do so…then you should spare the one you’re with and move on. Give him/her a chance to find happiness elsewhere. No matter how hard you think it may be to break away, it has to much easier than covering up or being someone you are not.

Women, Be Strong. Be Empowered.

Shelby M. Hill MBA, CPC