Flirting Isn’t Cheating, Regardless of What Others Say

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In the realm of flirtation, I find myself stuck with the skills of a fourth grader. I’m clueless when it comes to coy glances or playful hair flips, and I would probably feel more at ease giving a playful shove on a snow mound and shouting, “Who’s the champion now?!” To me, that’s the epitome of charm.

Clearly, I’m no expert in the art of flirting, while others seem to excel. However, the real question is whether flirting is equivalent to cheating. The answer is a resounding no, and that should settle the matter.

I honestly can’t comprehend the fuss surrounding this topic. If we consider flirting to be cheating, we first need to clarify what cheating actually is. I would appreciate anyone’s attempt to define it definitively. Merriam-Webster, despite being a reliable source, defines cheating as “being sexually unfaithful,” but that only leads to further confusion when you delve into the meanings of “sexual” and “unfaithful.” Thanks for nothing, Merriam and Webster.

Cathy Meyer from Brides complicates things even more with her statement: “If it feels like cheating, infidelity, or adultery to you, then it is.” This reasoning is absurd. Does that mean if your significant other is uncomfortable with your enthusiastic handling of produce at the grocery store, it’s cheating? Or if you’re engrossed in a game, is that also suspect? Some people could label almost anything as infidelity.

One commentator, dressed in a sporty tank and gold chain, claims that “flirting is definitely trying on the single hat during a relationship.” While this could apply in some scenarios, the challenge remains: without a universal definition of cheating, how can we agree on what flirting is? The answer is we can’t.

Another source outlines five categories of flirting: The Playful Flirt enjoys light-hearted banter, while the Physical Flirt leans in and engages in subtle gestures. The Traditional Flirt is more reserved, the Sincere Flirt engages in deeper conversations, and the Polite Flirt focuses on building connections without the sexual undertones. While the first two align with my understanding of flirting, the others feel perplexing. How can polite conversation over books be considered flirtatious?

Urban Dictionary adds even more confusion, with definitions including “being overly friendly in a seductive way” to “dinking around with the opposite sex.” The range of behaviors that can be deemed flirting is vast and varies significantly from person to person.

Ultimately, it’s clear that flirting cannot be universally classified as cheating. That would be as nonsensical as equating a game of mahjong with infidelity. Context is everything, and what might seem flirtatious to one person could be completely innocent to another.

In conclusion, my partner insists I’m a relentless flirt, but I fail to see it unless poking someone counts. His claim merely shows that he, like many, may not fully grasp what flirting entails. I rest my case.

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Summary:

Flirting is a nuanced topic that many struggle to define, but it should not be equated with cheating. The lack of a clear definition for cheating leaves room for interpretation, making it essential to consider context. Ultimately, what constitutes flirting varies greatly from person to person.

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