Does Cheating Mean The End of Your Relationship?
Cheating is the death knell of many marriages, and I should know. I’m Katherine Miller, a divorce attorney in New York City and New York State for over 30 years, and this has been a very common theme throughout my career. But what exactly is cheating, and does it always mean the end of the relationship?
Recently, Adam Levine has been in the news for his flirtatious texts, prompting questions about whether such behavior can destroy a relationship. Well, does it? That question is really up to you. Adultery has long been a reason for divorce—it’s in the law, even if not always in the culture. But it doesn’t have to mean the end of the relationship. The real question is, for you: is this cheating a reason to end the marriage? Is it bad enough to call it quits?
I believe this is a decision you should make before calling someone like me. You should consider talking to a coach or even looking into something called discernment counseling. Discernment counseling involves a series of sessions with a counselor to help you and your spouse decide whether to end the marriage or continue working on the relationship.
If you want a referral to a discernment counselor, give us a call. We’d be happy to provide a recommendation and contact information. However, if you know it is time to call it quits, contact us and letā€™s discuss your options.
Thanks for listening.