Encourage Friendships Men, unlike women, have a more difficult time in developing close friendships with other men. Instead, listen to your gut feelings, your inner instincts. Secret Getaway Plan a nice weekend getaway to some place off the beaten track where you can enjoy some privacy. It seems that when relationships are faced with challenges, people quit trying. Unless you are being abused or your mate is doing something illegal or completely irresponsible, perhaps the efforts you would put into starting a new relationship would be better spent fixing the one you have.
If you need to go to another room to cool off, and then do that, but whatever you do, do not allow your anger to take control of your relationship.
This has taken you out of the situation of lying and reconfirmed your honest nature to your mate. Rent his favorite movie, even if it is something you do not like, and plan an evening alone where you can be with him as he enjoys his special treat. Maybe you heard your boyfriend or husband tell a friend that they would love a certain tool. Too many times, people get tired of working on the relationship they are currently in and feel that by moving on to another person, they will find greener pastures. If reversed and the woman is coming home, after giving her a lingering kiss, have her join you in the dining room where the table is set with soft glowing candles and a wonderful meal.
Instead, listen to your gut feelings, your inner instincts.