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EPISODE · Apr 4, 2025 · 20 MIN

19 | Why People Cheat (It’s Not Always About Sex)

from Dating Déjà vu · host Dating Déjà Vu

You’ve heard the clichés: “Once a cheater, always a cheater” or “They just wanted sex.” But what if that’s not the full story?In this episode, Christina goes deep into the real reasons people cheat—from unresolved trauma and emotional neglect to ego crises, conflict avoidance, and unmet needs. Whether you’ve been betrayed, have cheated, or simply want to understand infidelity through a more human lens, this episode is a must-listen.Let's connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingdejavupod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DatingD%C3%A9j%C3%A0vuPodcastTimestamps:00:00 Cheating isn’t always about sex01:10 It’s more complex than just selfishness02:50 Some cheat because they feel unseen04:05 Childhood wounds can drive sabotage05:40 Identity loss can trigger infidelity06:54 Some avoid conflict by cheating08:05 Unspoken sexual needs create distance10:35 Cheating can mean disconnection from self12:45 Both guilt and shame follow cheating15:20 Healing takes honesty and effort17:00 Cheaters must reflect on their why19:20 Cheating shows deeper emotional disconnection

You’ve heard the clichés: “Once a cheater, always a cheater” or “They just wanted sex.” But what if that’s not the full story?In this episode, Christina goes deep into the real reasons people cheat—from unresolved trauma and emotional neglect to ego crises, conflict avoidance, and unmet needs. Whether you’ve been betrayed, have cheated, or simply want to understand infidelity through a more human lens, this episode is a must-listen.Let's connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingdejavupod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DatingD%C3%A9j%C3%A0vuPodcastTimestamps:00:00 Cheating isn’t always about sex01:10 It’s more complex than just selfishness02:50 Some cheat because they feel unseen04:05 Childhood wounds can drive sabotage05:40 Identity loss can trigger infidelity06:54 Some avoid conflict by cheating08:05 Unspoken sexual needs create distance10:35 Cheating can mean disconnection from self12:45 Both guilt and shame follow cheating15:20 Healing takes honesty and effort17:00 Cheaters must reflect on their why19:20 Cheating shows deeper emotional disconnection

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You’ve heard the clichés: “Once a cheater, always a cheater” or “They just wanted sex.” But what if that’s not the full story?In this episode, Christina goes deep into the real reasons people cheat—from unresolved trauma and emotional neglect to ego...

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