Get Your Lick Back or Leave? What’s Your Go-To Move After Infidelity?

EST Gee popularized the term “Lick Back,” applying it to various aspects of life, including relationships. However, when it comes to dealing with infidelity, seeking revenge can complicate things further.

Infidelity introduces complex emotional, mental, and moral challenges into a relationship. When one partner cheats, the damage to the relationship is significant, regardless of the reasons behind their actions. Statistics from the Smith Investigation Agency reveal that 44% of men cite a desire for more sex as their reason for cheating, while 40% of women cheat to fulfill emotional needs or seek attention.

Some individuals may cheat simply to get even after discovering their partner’s unfaithfulness. This response often exacerbates the pain and fails to address the root problems, potentially creating a toxic environment that erodes any remaining affection.

Instead of engaging in revenge cheating, it might be healthier to consider ending the relationship if the trust is irreparably broken. If you decide to part ways, ensure that there is open and honest communication so both parties can achieve closure.

While revenge cheating might seem liberating and offer a temporary sense of empowerment, it rarely leads to a positive resolution. A better focus would be on healing, forgiving, and ultimately finding peace of mind.