> If someone truly loves their partner, wouldn't they be happy that their partner is getting more of what they need? Even if that is more sex? When analyzing m

> If someone truly loves their partner, wouldn't they be happy that their partner is getting more of what they need? Even if that is more sex? When analyzing my feelings after I got cheated on by a fairly long-term partner, I realized I wasn't upset she had had sex with another guy, but the rather the betrayal of doing so behind my back and trying to hide it. This realization shaped my following relationships. > I can't imagine being happy or maintaining my own identity without spending at least a portion of my energy on myself. This is also true for myself, however it doesn't involve sex with others in my case. I'm content with my partner.