An emotional affair usually begins when you become close to the other person. Some partners may literally go days without a significant, distraction-free, emotional interaction with each other because of careers, hobbies, etc., so they seek it elsewhere. But then something shifts.

How do extramarital affairs start?

Extramarital affairs dont just happen overnight. They often stem from overall marital dissatisfaction and existing marital issues such as a lack of openness or communication. At this point, it is crucial that couples try to be open to sharing and be willing to listen.