9 “Rules” to Affair-Proof Your Marriage

1. I don’t talk negatively about my wife to others or online.

When people start venting about their husband or wife to friends or online, it’s not just a harmless way to blow off steam and joke about frustrations. It’s a dangerous opening that could pave the way for adultery. The negative talk does several things: First, it chips away at the foundation of respect that must remain strong in every marriage. Second, it sends the subtle message that you’re not happy in your marriage and you’re “open” to someone who would treat you better. Be careful with your words. The tone of your words about your spouse will shape the tone of your marriage.

#2 might make me seem “weird” but I’d rather be weird than divorced...