His Cheatin' Heart

Why do men cheat? It's an age-old question. Some men cheat because it's Tuesday. Other men have "better" reasons. Sometimes you and the relationship, or lack thereof, are contributing factors. A combo of issues may be the culprit as well. To us, it's all excuses and the one excuse we ain't buyin' is the "It's in a man's DNA to cheat." Two-syllable word: bullshit. After pondering the possible answers to this question, I came up with a few reasons why I think men stray. I then took my Q&A to Rob, who gave me his top reasons as to why infedelity takes place. Here's what I think:

1. Because they can …

As the saying goes, "men are only as faithful as their options." I didn't want to believe this, but sadly I do. I really want to believe that men, for the most part, will think with the right head--the one attached to their neck--and resist most temptation. But with so many desperate women out here putting their pussy on a silver platter and ready to serve it right on up at all costs, day to day life is becoming more like the Garden of Eden. I'm just hoping mine don't take a bite of that forbidden fruit!

2. It boosts his ego …

He's been with you for ages and starts feeling less attractive to other women. Suddenly, one day, some chick tells him he's sexy and his antennas spring up. He allows her to continue stroking his ego. After the thrill of the chase comes the major ego boost once the stroking of the ego becomes the stroking of something else...you get the picture.

3. You grow apart...

You no longer take an interest in his lifestyle and hobbies. He finds someone who does. She tells him how great his hoop game is and gets all excited when he talks about his long day at work--the same way you used to.

4. He's no longer in love …

Whether he's staying with you for the kids, or because it's "cheaper to keep 'er", he doesn't want to hurt your feelings (and doesn't want you to hurt him physically) so he looks for love elsewhere. In his eyes, he can't lose!

5. You argue... a lot …

No man wants a repeat of his mother and constant nagging is a sure-fire way to drive your man away. You fuss, you fight. You're still fussing. He's out the door and into the arms of another woman who will assure him that she understands and tells him exactly what he wants to hear.

Stay tuned for Rob's response to "Why do men cheat?", coming up on Pink Sugar TV!