Samuel discusses a much needed principle in recovery: consecration from what doesn't belong in our lives.
I will attempt to describe a tipping point in recovery work which can set the stage for long term success or failure when recovering from infidelity.
Samuel provides insight on methods to protect yourself as both a betrayed and unfaithful spouse.
Samuel uncovers a common fallacy in healing from infidelity.
Samuel shares about being brave in recovery and the principle that life doesn't always cooperate with a desire to get healthy.
Samuel shares a dark moment after his wife discovered his infidelity when he moved out of the house and had to confront his reality.
Samuel shares the lessons he learned the hard way about Samantha's journal and going deep in recovery.
Samuel shares a pointed story of how his recovery from infidelity was transformed when he found freedom from shame and hopelessness.
Samuel discusses how to win in recovery from infidelity.
Samuel discusses the journey of the betrayed: one of the reasons they may not be vulnerable with the unfaithful.
Samuel ties together the many layers of infidelity and how it affects both spouses in affair recovery.
Today, Samuel shares more of his own story and how to face infidelity with courage and bravery.
Samuel discusses how to make it through the holidays, though the marriage's future may be uncertain.
Today Samuel discusses the mindset many spouses take towards their own forgiveness in the marriage for their infidelity.
Samuel tackles a difficult yet life giving stage of recovery where spouses have to make a decision to love, instead of hate.
Today Samuel discusses a few key stages spouses find themselves in, as they pursue restoration and healing after the discovery of infidelity.
Today Samuel discusses what typically brings change in an unfaithful spouse: pain, the threat of loss and consequences.
Samuel discusses one of the most difficult, yet important parts in the process of recovery after infidelity.
Samuel discusses a moment where he remembered 4 things his mentor told him to do to survive the chaos of recovery.
Today Samuel continues the discussion on neediness and how the unfaithful must 'choose' their spouse, not 'need' them only.
Samuel discusses the mindset of some unfaithful spouses and perceived codependency.
Samuel discusses what safety is and why it's needed for recovery after infidelity.
Samuel discusses what safety is and why it's needed for recovery.
Samuel wraps up this series by discussing more barriers that couples face after the discovery of infidelity and how to overcome those barriers and choose to get healthy.
Samuel continues this series sharing more barriers that keep couples from committing to get healthy after discovery infidelity.
Committing to get healthy doesn't mean committing to save the marriage. Today Samuel begins a short series on reasons why couples typically won't commit to getting healthy.
Samuel discusses the mind of the unfaithful and how justification has to play a part in understanding why spouses cheat.
During recovery, you just don't feel ok sometimes, let's discuss this fact and how to cope with the uncertainty of infidelity.
Samuel discusses one of the most difficult aspects of the unfaithful's recovery: underlying resentment.
Samuel discusses how a couple moves forward understanding their own vulnerabilities in recovery.
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Alumna, betrayed. After enduring Betrayal Trauma, Karen developed a passion for assisting other betrayed partners in their journey to grieve, find hope, and rebuild their lives following such a life-shattering event.
Alumna. Proud to walk with you through the drama and trauma caused by infidelity.
Alumna, Betrayed. A compassionate traveling companion who walks alongside those seeking hope, health, and harmony through betrayal trauma.
Alumna. Wayward. Using the experience and learnings from my own healing to inspire and encourage others on their journey post-infidelity.
Wayward codependent. Empowering others to find hope and healing in their own recovery and restoration journey. Passionate about the ripple effects of healing from infidelity on the younger generations.
Alumni. Rodney and Angela. Channeling hope and healing through music after experiencing God's healing power from the tsunami of infidelity.
Alumna, navigating recovery from both sides of infidelity. Bringing hope to those enduring their darkest moments.
Alumna. Betrayed. Seeking to inspire hope in those recovering from the devastating effects of infidelity or addiction.
Alumnus. Wayward. Encouraging those walking the road of addiction recovery by sharing his own journey of healing and restoration.
Alumna, Betrayed. Seeking God's grace to find meaning and purpose in the pain. Hoping to share my life raft with others drowning in the despair of infidelity.
Alumnus, Wayward. Providing hope, encouragement and infidelity-specific insight to anyone in recovery from betrayal.
Alumna. Betrayed. Sharing her testimony of God's miraculous healing from betrayal trauma to inspire hope in others.
Alumna. Wayward. Sharing hope with others struggling from the shame and destruction of their bad choices. Restoring the broken pieces by the healing power of God’s unfailing love.
Alumna. Wayward. Striving to become a woman of integrity. Together, we can find light in the darkness of infidelity.
Alumna. Betrayed. Striving to recover and thrive after betrayal. I believe gratitude is the antidote to grief. If I can help you in your healing, therein lies my own.
Alumna. Member, EMS Weekend Retreat Team. Hope and healing are possible for anyone willing to work through the pain.
Alumnus. Betrayed. Trying to find his way back.
Alumna. Wayward. A broken and undeserving mess who is learning what real love looks like.
Alumna. Betrayed. Determined to be positive as I navigate the quagmire of recovery.
Alumna. Betrayed. A soul restored. Encouraging others to keep walking because there is a way through. Author of Keep Walking: 40 Days to Hope and Freedom After Betrayal
Alumna. Betrayed. Grateful for God's love and grace. Recognizing that with God as my priority, I will be okay no matter what.
Alumnus. Betrayed. No matter how long it takes or how hard it is, my wife is always worth it!
Alumna. Betrayed. Learning to love recklessly while I cross the monkey bars of recovery. "You have to let go at some point in order to move forward." - C.S. Lewis
Alumna. Betrayed. Walking in obedience to God's direction and experiencing a richer life and Renewed marriage.
Alumnus. Wayward. Living life differently, enjoying my wife and family, and grateful for God’s love.
Alumna. Betrayed. Experiencing God's love after divorce. Celebrating the healing of myself and my identity.
Alumna. Betrayed. Continuing to fight for my marriage and my children.
Alumnus. Wayward. Living proof that seeking truth offers both incredible pain and amazing freedom.
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