First things first. The Infidelity Recovery Institute began as an educational resource for therapists and coaches to help individuals and couples move through relationship betrayal. Regardless of the social and political climate, cheating in a monogamous relationship is destructive to the betrayed partner. In the spirit of education and opening discussion, we explore this sensitive […]
After being married for a long time, you probably felt you knew everything about your spouse because you could mention his likes, dislikes, beliefs, and everything. But amongst all the things you ever imagined about your spouse, you never thought he could be gay not until that day you caught him kissing his gay lover. […]
If you are reading this article, perhaps you just discovered your partners’ infidelity, and you wish to share this news with the other betrayed spouse. Or maybe you know of a family member who is cheating, and you wish to inform the betrayed family member. And perhaps you know of a friend who has a […]
Infidelity in an emotional affair occurs when a person develops a strong attraction and shares deep intimacy, with someone who isn’t his/her partner. In most cases, no physical intimacy is involved because the individuals never get the chance to meet in reality.
Once you have come clean about the affair, the general policy is “do ask, do tell.” Let your spouse decide what he or she wants to hear. Many people try to protect their spouse (and themselves) from the harsh realities by holding back hurtful details. Don’t do that. Once an affair has been revealed, the most important element in rebuilding a marriage is establishing trust. Trust is built on complete honesty.
Infidelity and STDs go hand in hand. Learning that your partner has an STD can be scary. According to the Center for Disease Control, combined cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia reached an all-time high in the United States in 2018. A new report shows that from 2017 to 2018, the rate of infection has […]
Share Your Affair Story Readers Story Why do women cheat? Because it so damn hot!! And then, sex with your man after cheating, is extra special and satisfying! My true story: I have had three committed relationships, the first two ended badly, the third is my wife who has been true. Names have been changed, […]
Sometime in 2009, I received a call from a very funny caller. I call her a funny caller because she couldn’t even introduce herself before pouring out her rage. “Hello, Julie,” she said… The name “Julie” didn’t ring a bell. It wasn’t my name nor the name of any of my siblings. So, I said […]
By Andy Boyd You’ve just found out that your partner of many years has done the one thing you feared most – betrayed you. You are probably tearing your brain apart, trying to understand what made him do such a thing. While each man and couple is different, these are some of the most […]
One of the aims of having a monogamous relationship is to enjoy love, trust, and oneness. It is also to build a home where kids would grow up with both parents by their side. Unfortunately, all these can be destroyed by an infidelity.