Maddie Corman: Finding Strength After a Partner's Betrayal
Episode Overview
Maddie Corman shares her experience as the partner of a sex addict. Discusses the trauma and confusion following her husband's arrest. Highlights the importance of support for partners of sex addicts. Explores the journey of recovery and healing for her family. Emphasises the power of storytelling in coping with public shame.
I hope to never make a person my higher power again
Maddie Corman joins host Dominic Lawson on Beyond Theory to share her heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey as the partner of a sex addict. In this episode, Maddie talks about the day her life was turned upside down when her husband was arrested for possession of child pornography. She opens up about the trauma, shame, and confusion she and her children experienced, and the long road to recovery they have travelled together.
Maddie’s story is a testament to resilience and the importance of support for partners of sex addicts, who often feel overlooked and isolated. Through her film 'Accidentally Brave', Maddie aims to shed light on these hidden struggles and encourage others to seek help. Her candid reflections on navigating public shame, finding support in recovery groups, and protecting her family offer a powerful message of hope and healing.
Maddie's honesty about her fears, the pressures of public scrutiny, and the challenges of recovery will resonate deeply with anyone affected by addiction. Don't miss this compelling conversation that highlights the strength it takes to rebuild after such a profound personal crisis. Tune in for an episode filled with raw emotion, practical advice, and a reminder that you are not alone in your journey.