logo
Carrie's Right: Cheating in a Relationship Doesn't Have to Be a Disaster

Carrie's Right: Cheating in a Relationship Doesn't Have to Be a Disaster

Vogue3 days ago
When it comes to cheating, everyone has a pop culture reference point—a kind of wider societal lens through which infidelity is seen and understood. For some, it's the denials: think Ross and Rachel's 'break' and Bill Clinton's 'I did not have sexual relations with that woman.' For others, it's standout soundbites, like 'We do everything that people who have sex do!' as Julia Roberts famously yells in Mike Nichols's Closer.
Now, thanks to the latest episode of And Just Like That, there's a new addition to the canon. 'It's so odd, but I kind of understand,' Carrie Bradshaw says after Aidan tells her that he slept with his ex-wife, Cathy. The circumstances are somewhat unique: the cheating happened in a moment of distress after Aidan and Cathy's troubled teenage son, Wyatt, refused to go to a wilderness program his parents had hoped might provide him (and them) with some much-needed respite.
'I guess we were just trying to comfort each other, it just happened,' explains Aidan. 'And it was a mistake. I mean, we both said so. And it will never, ever happen again. It just won't.' But Carrie remains largely nonchalant and empathetic, saying she can 'understand how that could happen.' The two proceed to get into a slight tiff about their frankly bizarre five-year plan to be properly together (whatever that means) after Wyatt goes to college, ultimately reaching some sort of mutual agreement that sees them tangled up in bedsheets mere moments later.
In other words, Aidan's infidelity—if Carrie even wants to call it that—is no big deal. To some, this might seem odd: cheating ravages friendships! Families! And, in the case of the Profumo affair, political parties! It's heinous! Shameful! Hey, it's even one of the 10 commandments!
Sure. But in some cases, cheating simply isn't that deep. At least not to the degree that it always causes irreparable harm. Sometimes, there are situations in which people can—and do—get past it.
A YouGov report from 2022 found that more than half of Americans who have ever been in a monogamous relationship say they have been cheated on—and in many scenarios, those instances of infidelity wouldn't have ended the relationship. One study published in the journal Archives of Sexual Behavior in 2023 found that married people who have affairs largely find them very satisfying and believe that cheating didn't hurt their otherwise healthy relationship.
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

Klay Thompson Spotted With Megan Thee Stallion, Sparks Dating Rumors
Klay Thompson Spotted With Megan Thee Stallion, Sparks Dating Rumors

Yahoo

time30 minutes ago

  • Yahoo

Klay Thompson Spotted With Megan Thee Stallion, Sparks Dating Rumors

Klay Thompson Spotted With Megan Thee Stallion, Sparks Dating Rumors originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Basketball legend Klay Thompson might have a new teammate off the court. On Wednesday, the five-time NBA All-Star was spotted in the background of Megan Thee Stallion's recent Instagram post, sending social media into a frenzy of rumor and speculation. While the post itself didn't highlight Klay directly, fans quickly noticed him in the corner of the frame, and rumors are now swirling that the two might be dating. Klay did not mean to be seen in this photo, but fans couldn't help but notice his figure in the left corner, sunbathing by the pool. Klay was not tagged in the photo, and he was not mentioned in the caption, but his figure is unmistakable, and many fans are certain that he was there. The real question is, what's he doing in the photo, and what is the nature of his relationship with Megan? As one of the hottest names in music right now, Megan Thee Stallion (AKA Megan Jovon Ruth Pete) is a three-time Grammy winner, major trend-setter, and a viral internet sensation. As far as the public knows, she's not involved in any committed relationship at the moment, but now her official status is unclear. At 30 years old, she's only five years younger than Thompson, and they have no doubt bumped shoulders in the past as well-known celebrities with connections. Of course, Thompson already has a previous history of celebrity relationships, like the one with Laura Harrier, which ended in 2010. Over the years, a lot has changed for Thompson. Despite his success with the Warriors, he moved on to a new situation with the Dallas Mavericks, and it has allowed him to start fresh with a clean slate. In the wake of the Luka Doncic trade, Klay is still adjusting to the changes, but it hasn't stopped him from living his best life. Might Megan be a new love for him during this new basketball chapter? At the very least, we know they must be close on some level, but Megan has never dated an NBA player before, and this would be unfamiliar territory. Being based in Houston, it makes sense that she and Klay connected after his move to Dallas, but we really don't know how far this goes or how long they've been hanging out behind the scenes. Unless Klay or Megan tells us themselves who was there, we may never know the full story of that photo and what it means about their relationship. Of course, that could be by design if the couple desires to keep the details of their relationship a secret. So far, nothing has been confirmed by either party, but the internet rarely misses these things. If the speculation is true, Klay and Megan would instantly become one of the most talked-about celebrity-athlete pairings in recent memory, with the potential to break the internet itself. For now, all eyes are on their next post—because it could be the one that finally confirms all the story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.

Stephen Miller's Fox News Glitch Goes Viral For Most Poetic Reason
Stephen Miller's Fox News Glitch Goes Viral For Most Poetic Reason

Yahoo

time34 minutes ago

  • Yahoo

Stephen Miller's Fox News Glitch Goes Viral For Most Poetic Reason

Top Trump adviser Stephen Miller was abruptly cut off during a Fox News appearance on Wednesday, and critics suggested the way it happened was the perfect metaphor. Miller, the anti-immigration hardliner White House deputy chief of staff, was speaking remotely to guest host Kellyanne Conway on 'Hannity' when the screen suddenly went black. 'Battery level low. Exchange battery,' read a message that flashed on screen, apparently warning that the camera Miller was using for the live interview was about to power down. Miller's audio continued briefly before it, too, was cut. Conway thanked Miller for appearing but made no mention of the malfunction. Miller Feed: Battery level low. Exchange battery. *disconnects* — Acyn (@Acyn) July 10, 2025 Footage of the moment went viral online as critics called it karma, and more: Lmao just a shitstorm — Juniper (@JuniperViews) July 10, 2025 God said: I've seen enough — Lib Dunk (@libdunkmedia) July 10, 2025 His negative charisma just sucked the life right out of the camera battery. — Ohio Hog Watch 🐷🥷🐷 (@OhioHogWatch) July 10, 2025 Steven Miller's battery died trying to keep up with all that cold, dead energy. Fitting. Even his tech couldn't power through the spin. When your soul's on empty, the screen just catches up. — Chetter 📢🗽⚖💙 Democracy needs YOU! (@ChetterHub) July 10, 2025 "thank you so much'. 😂 The way she doesn't even acknowledge the technical glitch. — Manu (@DailyDoseofManu) July 10, 2025 Is this real ??? Stephen Millers energy is so toxic to causing a short in the battery 😂 — Lisa Grande 🇺🇸🦅 (@LisaGrande13) July 10, 2025 Running the whole ass country into the ground for Trump, but can't charge a fucking battery. — Chrissy Anderson (@chrissy2071) July 10, 2025 I knew he couldn't be a real person. — KellySeven 🦘🍁 (@KellySeven3) July 10, 2025 Damn DOGE. — USMC3522 (@ebusmc3522) July 10, 2025 This Statue Of Liberty Street Art Made MAGA Mad — And The Artist Is Unrepentant Trump Was Asked About A Key Promise. What Followed Was Pure Gibberish. Wall Street Journal Warns 'It's Easy To See' How New Trump Move May Harm U.S. Consumers

Bam Margera's Doc Told Him Legs Were 'Rotted Rubber Bands' Because of Booze
Bam Margera's Doc Told Him Legs Were 'Rotted Rubber Bands' Because of Booze

Yahoo

timean hour ago

  • Yahoo

Bam Margera's Doc Told Him Legs Were 'Rotted Rubber Bands' Because of Booze

Bam Margera says he was lost for a while ... and, a doctor even told him his legs were totally shot -- but, he's come all the way back in the new Tony Hawk game. We caught up with the former "Jackass" star and skate legend Tuesday ... and, he talked about what it means to be in the game -- which comes out this week -- and Bam's super excited. Bam notes he's gone through hard times over the last decade -- full of drug and alcohol abuse as well as several notable arrests -- and, he credits his wife Dannii Marie for helping him build the necessary strength back in his legs to get back on the board. In fact, it's shocking Bam's skating at all again ... 'cause he says a doctor referred to his legs as "dry-rotted rubber bands" due to alcohol abuse in 2013. Bam shared a couple behind-the-scenes vids to his Instagram ... including a series of his own faces on a computer screen for the new game -- and, he told us he was blown away by the realistic look of this game. ICYMI ... Bam told us back in April he'd actually missed the deadline to be part of the new game -- so, we had to ask how he made this work. Bam's got two words for us explaining his inclusion: Tony Hawk. We guess when your name is on the game, it's hard to say no! "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4" drops worldwide Friday ... so clear your weekend plans!

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store