6 Behaviors That Are Just as Damaging as Cheating

What Can Be Worse Than Cheating?

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If you were to ask what the most damaging thing a person could do in a relationship is many would say cheating. While there is no taking away from the impact or devastation of cheating (or being cheated on), there are some things that are even more harmful, sneaky and insidious that can erode a relationship. Many couples don’t even realize the things they are doing are causing so much pain. Some of these behaviors can be so subtle, they go undetected. Over time, these habits can chip away at your bond and lead to rifts in your relationship. If these behaviors don’t change, they will tear your relationship apart. Here are six silent relationship killers that are just as damaging as cheating. In order to ensure your relationship not only survives, but thrives, make sure these things are not showing up in your relationship.

Lack of Forgiveness

When we experience hurt in our relationship, we harbor that pain. Sometimes we hold onto that hurt for a really long time and as a result, refuse to forgive our partners. We tell ourselves that forgiving and forgetting are one of the same, and we withhold forgiveness and grace, only showing our partners glimpses of hope when we choose to. Little do we know how this inability to forgive is not only hurting them, but also hurting us. Refusing to forgive your partner will eat away at your emotional well-being and destroy your relationship. Contrary to popular belief, forgiveness is not about excusing the other person but freeing ourselves from our emotional pain so that we may receive God’s healing.