"Monkey-branching occurs when people are considering other options while they are still in a relationship with their partner. They do this to place down a safety net and secure a backup plan in case something goes wrong in their current relationship."

Exactly. (Narcissists are infamous for doing this, too)

And that is why, ladies, we NEVER build them up. We never try to "heal them." We never play mommy or therapist to them. We never become a pick me for any man. Because they will leave your ass for another woman, no matter how good you are to them or how perfect. Don't be stupid.

And they say that women are the hypergamous ones...lol.

Soon as you see this, walk away.