Why Women Who Are In Relationships Still Flirt With Other Men | 3 Reasons Why

Summary

Mr. Locario discusses why women in relationships may flirt with other men, using a viral clip of a married woman playfully engaging with a younger man. He says flirting does not always lead to cheating, but suggests it can reflect attraction or a willingness to test boundaries. He argues that the woman’s repeated reminders that she is married may be an attempt to restrain herself—or to make clear that the man knows she is unavailable.

Locario gives three explanations for partnered women’s flirting:

1. They enjoy attention. In his view, being desired can boost a woman’s confidence or ego, even if she has no intention of acting on the flirtation.
2. They may be open to cheating. He says some women flirt with someone they find attractive while remaining open to something happening, particularly if they are not strongly invested in their current partner.
3. He believes women are not naturally monogamous. Locario argues that people may stay monogamous because of the benefits and security of a relationship, rather than because they stop feeling attraction to others. This is presented as his opinion, not as an established fact.

He also distinguishes men’s and women’s flirting, claiming that men may flirt to maintain their confidence and social skills, while a woman flirting back can encourage a pursuer to think he has a chance. He says couples should judge conduct by whether it would be acceptable in front of the partner, while also arguing that people cannot fully control whom they find attractive.

During a call-in, a listener asks why a woman he slept with later asked what he was looking for. Locario says the caller’s lengthy video call, meeting at a parking lot, and other nonsexual interactions may have created an expectation of greater romantic interest. He advises keeping early interactions brief and focused—an approach that reflects his dating philosophy.

The discussion also touches on whether cultural or religious expectations can override attraction. Locario argues that desire can conflict with social rules, and that someone’s choices depend on the circumstances. The stream includes promotional segments and unrelated commentary that are not central to the topic.

Presenters and Contributors

• Mr. Locario — host and main commentator
• Samuel — caller
• Unidentified speakers — featured in the replayed discussion clip