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Before discussing how to forgive emotional cheating, let’s agree on the fact that emotional infidelity is a complex matter to talk about within a marriage. <\/span><\/p>\n Some may think that since no sexual exchange has happened, emotional affairs should be easier to get over than physical affairs, but this is not always the case.<\/span><\/p>\n Studies show that women are<\/span> 20% more likely to feel threatened<\/span><\/a> by an emotional affair than men. However, both sexes were <\/span>negatively affected<\/span><\/a> by their partner’s emotional cheating.<\/span><\/p>\n In light of these findings, it is clear that<\/span> emotional affairs<\/span><\/a> can hurt just as deeply as physical ones.<\/span><\/p>\n A hurt partner may find themselves asking how their partner could desire<\/span> emotional intimacy<\/span><\/a> from someone else. They may be left feeling insecure, heartbroken, or angry.<\/span><\/p>\n Forgiveness of infidelity is not always easy, but it can be done. Read on to know how to forgive emotional cheating and revive your relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>What is emotional cheating in a relationship?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n