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I'm cheating on my husband or wife. Am I a bad person?

Profile: turkoizdog
turkoizdog on Nov 11, 2015
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Cheating isn't an indication of whether or not you're a bad person. It's an indication that something is missing in your primary relationship. Maybe it means you're not getting enough of your partner, or maybe you just need a break from them. Whatever it is, analyzing what it is you get out of cheating can help you find out if there is a way to get that from your partner, without cheating, or if something about your relationship needs to change.
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 29, 2015
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*for me and to be honest* Yes you are.. It's stated in the bible you know. did you ever think about the way your wife or husband would feel?
Profile: Katie77
Katie77 on Dec 20, 2015
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There is no objective measure for if someone is a good or bad person, but there are right and wrong actions. Cheating on your partner is indicative of a problem - either dissatisfaction with the relationship or dissatisfaction with yourself, That is to say, you may be trying to make up for personal shortcomings by going outside of your relationship. It is important to evaluate your reasons for infidelity and be honest with yourself. Regardless of your motivations, however, you are hurting your partner by doing this, and so while you can't be judged as either a good or bad person, your unfaithful actions are harmful to yourself and your partner.
Profile: enjoyyourself
enjoyyourself on Nov 7, 2015
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No, you are not a bad person. It simply means that you are unhappy in your current relationship.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 7, 2015
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For me I had no choice but to do it. Does it make me a bad person? No. He was doing it before I even did it. It got me out of a bad marriage. The guilt was horrible and I don't plan on ever doing it again. Everything happens for a reason most of the time. You have to do what is best for you.
Profile: TheYesMan
TheYesMan on Nov 8, 2015
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Feeling attracted to, physically or emotionally to another person while you are in a relationship is entirely natural. Relationships are human constructs, created to suit our needs in long-term planning. It also has a lot to do with the fact that we are territorial. However, agreeing to an exclusive relationship and being with someone else while your significant other remains true to your agreement isn't fair. If you're no longer happy in your marriage and would like to move on with your life, consider all aspects and then make a decision. If there is someone else you would rather be with, its a better idea to move on first, set your path straight and then do it. But first, consider the reasons you're cheating in the first place. Did you fall in love with someone else? Is your partner not satisfying you sexually? These are all things that can be resolved without feeling like a 'bad person' and its important that you are mature enough to do so without damaging anyone else.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 1, 2017
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Yes. If you are bored or are having an issue with your significant other then you should talk to them and try to find a solution together. If you cheat on your husband or wife without any reason, then i think you should be honest and accept what ever your signifucant other decides.
Profile: Manifestation
Manifestation on Nov 12, 2015
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Who decides if you are or are not a bad person? What are your feelings, thoughts and ideas on this matter telling you?
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 7, 2015
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You are not a bad person. Admitting it shows it has an affect on you emotionally and it shows you care.
Profile: OnlineFriend123
OnlineFriend123 on Dec 8, 2015
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No person is "good" or "bad," but actions may be "right" or "wrong" (again, not good or bad). It is up to you to determine if your actions are right or wrong, and there may many complicating factors. Your actions may be right, but also try to have compassion for yourself if you determine that your actions are wrong.
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