Relationships can be source of pain especially when you suspect your partner of cheating. There are so many distractions and pressures that can lure people away from their partners. In this day and age, it is easy for people to cheat using social media. To keep your relationship safe and growing, couples should be open to each other. They should fuel their communication and build trust everyday to shut to door to infidelity. However, if you notice a behavioural change in your partner, it may because they have started seeing someone. Here are 6 tell-tale signs to confirm the suspicion:
1. Your partner spends longer hours at work
If you notice that your partner typically-standard work schedule has suddenly longer, running into late hours in the night. There might be some cause for suspicion if your partner becomes defensive and vague about this. Once you notice your partner is constantly canceling plans for ‘work’-related things, watch it.
2. Your partner is always checking other people out
According to one study, a partner who disengages or devalues a passing attractive person is more likely to avoid infidelity than a partner who consistently checks out other people whenever the two of you are together. Sometimes, people check other people out impulsively, but an obvious display of admiration for someone else’s appearance could be a sign of commitment issues.
3. Your partner is always on their phone
Show concern when your partner is constantly leaving the room when they get a call, speaking in low tones, hiding their screen from you, etc. This is a major indicator of possible infidelity.
4. Your partner has unusual spending behaviour
Be worried if you have a joint account with your partner and you see signs like increased ATM withdrawals. If your partner does other secretive things like restrict credit card account access or hides all mail/bank statements from you, he/she is probably cheating.
5. Your partner has a history of cheating
A leopard never changes it spots. If before you met your partner, they cheat, chances are they would continue the lifestyle. Studies have shown that people with a history of infidelity are three times more likely to cheat in their next relationship.
6. Your partner still talks to their ex
Their ex is history. If you notice that your partner still communicates with his/her past lover then that is a big red flag of cheating.