‘Cushioning’: Break A Woman’s Soul Dating Culture

Is your partner cheating on you?

Annie Wegner
Hello, Love

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The Beginning is Simple

Despite what television and celebrities lead you to believe, cheating doesn’t “just” happen. It needs a build-up.

A woman sends a taken man a suggestive text.

The receiver is not a sex-driven opportunist. Even men need an emotional set-up for a passionate moment. He will want to give time to creating a connection. Knowing details enables trust.

His response can come in two formats.

  • a). My girlfriend doesn’t like when I talk to women on social media.
  • b). I am in a relationship. No, thank you. *Blocks the female*

Person A is the perfect candidate for cushioning. They didn’t say no because of self-motivation.

If you are in love with someone who isn’t 100% sure about you, you often know your replacement. It’s someone introduced to you as a friend. Someone your partner wants nearby. But keeps them at a distance; so you don’t get suspicious.

What is cushioning?

Your partner is on the edge of cheating. Cushioning is the ledge where you look over and see if it’s worth going all the way with someone else. Will…

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