Infidelity and Healing: Honest Conversations for Stronger Relationships
We need to be open and honest, and one thing that I find- and I'm guilty of this myself in relationships with my, with my own wife at times, is I forget to tell her what I need. There's stuff we need and there's stuff we want. What we need is a connection which can include a physical, the physical relationship. And I love your example of how you're doing good, right, like, and that's where it gets to, because the idea in our head is that we kind of already know, and it's the same thing every day, and so on and so on.
Raymond Moore and Adam Kostiw, therapists from Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres, tackle the thorny issue of infidelity in relationships in this episode of 'Straight Talk Recovery'. Ever wondered why infidelity happens? Or how couples can rebuild trust after such a betrayal? Raymond and Adam dig into these questions with empathy and expertise. They stress the importance of honest and intentional communication as a foundation for healing.
Couples therapy is highlighted as a crucial tool for navigating the rocky waters of infidelity. The hosts also explore the often-overlooked topic of emotional infidelity, which can be just as damaging as physical cheating. Through candid discussions, they urge listeners to reflect on their own relationships and consider the tough questions: Should you tell your partner about the infidelity? Will the truth hurt more than it helps?
This episode is a heartfelt call to action for anyone dealing with relationship struggles, encouraging them to seek professional help and work towards stronger, healthier connections.