Either response canharm the relationship.
Some people see it as a slippery slope that can lead to infidelityor even a form ofmicro-cheating.
Whether this is a deal-breaker for you depends on your needs and yourpersonal boundaries.
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The result is that one of you will be left feeling unappreciated and even threatened in the relationship.
On the other hand, some people believe that having a wandering eye is perfectly normal behavior.
Do Wandering Eyes Lead to Cheating?
Some evidence does back up the idea that partners with wandering eyes are more prone to infidelity.
They can also make their way into online interactions.
According to one survey, around a quarter of people in relationships feel that technology has hurt their relationships.
It’s normal to think that other people are attractive!
Doing so doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve broken trust with your partner.
So, how can you tell if you or your partner have a wandering eye?
And how do you draw the line between normal and what’s gone too far?
Research also backs up this advice.
Of course, that may not be the case all the time.
Regardless, your partner should see your feelings as valid.
And if they’re not?
Then it may be time to reevaluate the future of the relationship.
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