What happens when you're in a loving marriage but find yourself attracted to someone else?
Let’s talk about a subject most people consider “taboo”: infidelity.
In this raw and vulnerable episode of Dil Ki Recipes, writer Sherilyn Siy shares her viral BuzzFeed article story about developing unexpected feelings for her physical therapist—and how it transformed her understanding of marriage, desire, and personal growth.
Attraction outside marriage doesn't make you a bad person; what you do with those feelings defines your character and commitment.
In This Episode:
The moment Sherilyn realized she was attracted to someone outside her marriage
Why emotional infidelity reveals more about ourselves than the other person
How her husband Charles responded with extraordinary grace (his reaction will surprise you!)
Breaking cultural taboos: South Asian, East Asian, and faith-based perspectives on infidelity
The difference between having thoughts vs. acting on them—and why that matters
Why successful, dynamic professionals are especially vulnerable to workplace attractions
Esther Perel's insights: What makes affairs attractive and how marriage setups work against desire
The antidote to infidelity: curiosity, autonomy, and absence in long-term relationships
How to process attraction without shame or destroying your relationship
💬 Have you ever experienced attraction outside your relationship? How did you handle it? Share your thoughts (respectfully) in the comments below.
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BuzzFeed article by Sherilyn (click here to read): https://www.buzzfeed.com/sherilynsiy/fell-in-love-with-physical-therapist-essay
Related Episodes:
Intimacy in Marriage series (previous episode with Sherylin): https://youtu.be/Pd89tagI1RM
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