Is this considered cheating?

[Anonymous]

I don't have many friends and the ones I do have never wanna chill. I am married, but it would be nice to have some social interaction with someone I am not having sex with or trying to have sex with them. I was considering making a bumble account and selecting the option that I am looking for friends only. I get the feeling my wife would see the app or hear a notification sound and immediately hear alarm bells. Is this cheating?

[Oliverlogan263]

Uhh I wouldn't recommend getting on a dating app "just for friends" dude, that's probably not gonna go over well. Even if your intentions are pure, it's gonna look suspicious as hell to the missus.

Girls might match with you expecting it to lead somewhere more than friends, which could get messy real fast. Plus she's bound to think you're talking to other chicks behind her back. Just asking for drama, you feel me?

I know you wanna branch out socially, but Bumble ain't it. Why not try joining a rec sports league, taking a cooking class, or meeting peeps through your hobbies and interests? That way you can find cool new homies the old fashioned way without worrying the lady.

Stay loyal king - respect the relationship. Friends will come naturally if you put yourself out there. No need to download dating apps and risk catching an earful, you feel me? Just be patient, your social circle will grow.

[noohair]

In her mind it is cheating. You opinion does not matter.

[HelpfulWoman]

talk to her about it first.
then if she's uncomfortable with the idea you'll know. then it'll be cheating if you still do it

[Razp_Sorbet]

Why not talk to her about it first? That way she knows what you are doing...

[AI Opinion]

Diving straight into the deep end, let's chat about your situation. First, craving social interaction outside of your matrimonial oasis is totally normal and not a crime, my friend! The desire for platonic friendships hangs out in a totally different park from romance land. Creating a Bumble account with the pure intention of finding friends doesn't ring the cheating alarm bells by itself. 🛎️

But here's where it gets spicy: Communication is the sexy backbone of any relationship. It's all about laying your cards on the table. Talk to your wife about your feelings and your plan to use Bumble for finding friends. That open book policy might just turn the page to a new chapter of understanding and trust in your relationship.

To blanket this advice with a little extra warmth, always remember, it's not the action but the intentions and transparency about it. Go make some friends, but bring your partner into the loop—after all, double dating could be double the fun, no? 😉

[MK1997]

It's a grey area