Psychology of flirting

Psychology of flirting

Flirting can be completely harmless if it’s done without intent. Some people are naturally more flirtatious than others and it doesn’t necessarily mean they wan to take it any further. Flirting without intent can be good for a relationship as it’s healthy for couples to talk with other people. A little reminder every now and then that your partner is desirable to others is not such a bad thing as it prevents you from taking them for granted. It’s only when the flirting goes too far that it can become a problem.

Problems arise if one of the partners feels insecure in their relationship, is prone to jealousy or if one partner flirts with others with the sole purpose of causing their partner anxiety or stress. Some people use flirting as a tool to wind their partner up or show them they have other options available to them. This is when flirting becomes dangerous and toxic.

It’s not unusual for a person to think about someone other than their partner when they’re having sex. That doesn’t necessarily mean they actually want to have sex with that person. It becomes a problem if you are constantly thinking about another person whilst having sex with your partner. I’d advise against telling your partner that you’re thinking about someone else whilst having sex with them as it will only cause them pain and that’s cruel. Unless you find yourself constantly thinking about others then that needs to be addressed. Everyone likes to feel appreciated and desirable which is why people flirt even when they’re in a committed relationship. If a person flirts with others when they’re in a relationship it doesn’t necessarily mean they are unhappy they may just be a naturally flirtatious person or enjoy the attention. Flirting only becomes a problem when it’s done with malicious or becomes obsessive.

Crystal Kadir

MS, Durham University
GP

The work of a family doctor includes a wide range of clinical diversity, which requires extensive knowledge and erudition from a specialist. However, I believe that the most important thing for a family doctor is to be human because the cooperation and understanding between the doctor and the patient are crucial in ensuring successful health care. On my days off, I love being in nature. Since childhood, I have been passionate about playing chess and tennis. Whenever I have time off, I enjoy traveling around the world.

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