Flirting: How Far Is Too Far?

Flirting. It typically isn't a topic that's discussed before getting in a committed relationship although it should be. Everyone's idea of what is appropriate and inappropriate is different. In some cases, it is vastly different and because people don't talk about it, they assume that what they think is okay is what their partner thinks it okay. This is why I'm always saying communication is key. One partner may think it's okay to sent flirty texts to someone other than their significant other as long as they don't send sexy pictures while the other partner disagrees. Or one partner may think touching someone's thighs or brushing up against them in "intimate" areas is fine as long as they don't have sex while again the other partner disagrees. One partner might even think it's okay to "bump and grind" with a stranger in a club as long as that's as far as it goes while yes, the other partner disagrees. What is considered flirting and what's considered cheating or borderline cheating? Do you think flirting is ever appropriate when you're in a relationship? This is something that should definitely be talked about before making a commitment to someone, you should always make sure the boundaries are clearly defined. You can't expect someone to know what you think is appropriate or inappropriate if you don't communicate your feelings to them. Flirting can cause a lot of unnecessary drama if not approached in the right way, that is why I can't say enough that communication is key.