How to Know If Your Husband Has Slept with Someone Else?
A marriage is built on love, trust, and companionship, but when your partner’s behavior shifts unexpectedly, it can raise unsettling questions. If your husband seems distant, preoccupied, or different, you may start to wonder whether he has been unfaithful. Here are some key signs that might indicate a change in your relationship.
How do you know if your husband has slept with someone else?
According to one of India’s leading marriage counsellor Shivani Misri Sadhoo, you may look out for some of the signs. These are.
Sudden Increase in Busyness
If your husband’s schedule is suddenly packed with work trips, late nights, or unexpected weekend getaways, it might be a red flag. While occasional busy periods can be normal, a persistent pattern of “working late” without a clear reason could hint at a hidden relationship.
When his excuses start to feel excessive—like last-minute presentations or surprise overtime without any job changes—this shift in priorities might indicate he’s spending time with someone else.
Lack of Emotional Intimacy
Emotional distance can be a strong indicator of infidelity. If your husband becomes less open about his feelings, avoids deep conversations, or no longer expresses affection, it may be a sign he’s emotionally connecting with someone else.
This withdrawal often extends to physical intimacy, as guilt from an affair might make him feel uncomfortable or distant around you. True connection requires emotional honesty and presence; without these, your relationship may start lacking the closeness that signifies commitment.
Increased Secrecy
When a partner becomes unusually secretive, it can suggest they have something to hide. If your husband starts acting protective of his phone or social media accounts—keeping his phone face down or muting notifications—it might signal he’s involved with someone else.
While everyone deserves personal space, this level of secrecy in a marriage can be concerning, especially if he previously had no issue sharing details with you. If his behavior changes suddenly and he becomes guarded about his technology, it could indicate he’s trying to cover up an affair.
Frequent Late Nights
If your husband, who rarely used to go out, starts having more frequent night outs, this could be cause for concern. His usual explanations of “working late” or “hanging out with friends” might start to seem less convincing as these nights out increase in frequency.
You may notice him coming home later or being more secretive with his phone. These changes, especially if they feel out of character, may hint at the presence of someone new in his life. Trusting your instincts in these situations can be important, as they often pick up on subtle changes in your relationship.
Unfamiliar Scents
This might seem dramatic, but unexpected changes in your husband’s scent can be a subtle clue. If he comes home smelling of an unfamiliar perfume or a different soap, it may raise suspicions, especially if there’s no logical explanation like a workout or a long day at work.
While this alone doesn’t confirm infidelity, it can be a sign of intimacy with someone else, prompting you to question what’s happening in your relationship.
While these signs don’t definitively prove infidelity, they can indicate that something is off in your marriage. It’s essential to trust your instincts and address any concerns through open communication with your partner. Emotional honesty and transparency are key to maintaining a healthy, faithful relationship. If you notice these patterns consistently, it may be time to have an honest conversation with your husband about the state of your relationship.
Counsellor Shivani is experienced and certified counseling psychologists with specialization in the area of Personal Crisis interventions like coping-up with Relationship Issues, Marriage Counselling, Separation & Divorce, Child and Adolescent issues, Depression, Stress, Domestic and Sexual Abuse, Loss & Grief, Suicidal feelings.
Counsellor Shivani is currently working with India 's top hospital groups like Fortis Hospital, IBS (Indian Brain & Spine) Hospital and with Express Clinics.
Counsellor Shivani is a Certified Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner with specialized training and experience in the fields of Relationship and Marital issues. She is a Level 3 Trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
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