The Mindful Modern Mistress, a dating and sex coach, challenges traditional views on ethical behavior in relationships, particularly regarding infidelity. She argues that society unfairly prioritizes the needs of one partner over the other, often leading to a partner feeling neglected or deprived of basic needs. The author contends that a partner who withholds sex, emotional support, or connection from their partner is no more ethical than a partner who seeks those needs outside the relationship. She encourages a more balanced and open dialogue about the importance of meeting both partners' needs in relationships.