fair.
7. Disagreements on core values
Sometimes when you experience a tough situation in
life, your core values are tested. And you have to make
decisions which may not be palatable to your family —
especially your spouse. Sometimes this could be the
cause for irreconcilable differences, which triggers an
extramarital affair.
8. Differing life priorities
When a couple gets married, often they don't speak
about life priorities — simply because it is not so important or people are not so clear. With time, the priorities
start getting clearer and more pronounced, and increasingly divergent. Over time, these become so different
that it becomes tough to live together and agree on even
basic things on a daily basis. This can be a catalyst for
an extramarital affair.
Some people get into a relationship simply because they
believe it can advance their career.
9. No common interests
If you have nothing in common with each other, you'll
eventually get absorbed in pursuing your own divergent
interests. You will end up not spending enough time together. As you spend time away from each other, you
get opportunities to interact with others. And gradually
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start building a bond with those who share your interests. Many times this leads to an extramarital affair.
10. Need for excitement
Sometimes it is sheer boredom or a need to break the
monotony and drudgery of everyday life that is the reason for an extramarital affair. Just for fun, for a change
or for some excitement.
11. Personal finances
Difficulties in personal finances (excess debts and liabilities), or lack of agreement on personal financial
management can sometimes be the trigger for constant
bickering within the four walls. And at such a vulnerable
time, anyone who gives a hearing to your woes or some
financial support is welcome. And this can lead to an
extramarital affair.
12. Career advancement
Sad but true. Some people get into a relationship simply
because they believe it can advance their career. While
these are the broad reasons, usually it is a combination
of many of these which drives people into an extramarital affair. All said and done, it is tough to see a couple
go through the stress of an extramarital affair. Relationships are broken, children are affected. There could be
lifelong issues with guilt and trust. It's not an easy situation for anyone.
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