Chapter
The Advantages of Couples Therapy after an Affair
29:16 - 37:26 (08:10)
Going to couples therapy after an affair can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and what happened, allowing you to move forward without resentment or self-blame. It also helps to understand that often affairs occur due to past traumas or addiction, rather than just personal shortcomings.
Clips
Forgiveness can only happen when you stop wishing things were different and truly understand and accept what happened.
29:16 - 33:12 (03:56)
Marriage, Forgiveness, Infidelity
Summary
Forgiveness can only happen when you stop wishing things were different and truly understand and accept what happened. Working through infidelity and keeping communication open can lead to a stronger marriage.
ChapterThe Advantages of Couples Therapy after an Affair
EpisodeWhat to Do When You’ve Been Cheated On
PodcastThe Mel Robbins Podcast
Psychotherapist Esther Perel discusses the reasons why people cheat, including past trauma and addiction, and emphasizes the importance of therapy in gaining self-understanding and releasing resentment.
33:14 - 37:26 (04:12)
Affairs
Summary
Psychotherapist Esther Perel discusses the reasons why people cheat, including past trauma and addiction, and emphasizes the importance of therapy in gaining self-understanding and releasing resentment.