"Healing a marriage after infidelity is anything but steady. Just when it seems like you're starting to turn a corner, something happens, and you're right back where you started. The ups and downs become unbearable, leaving both spouses questioning their future together."
"Accept that triggers are inevitable. Random painful thoughts will arise each time there is a reminder about the betrayal. The problem isn't getting triggered; the problem is what happens once the triggering thought arises."
"Instead of accepting that getting triggered is to be expected, many betrayed spouses feel they should be 'further along' in their recovery, leading to discouragement and dispiritedness."
Recovery from infidelity is often non-linear, with emotional ups and downs that can lead to discouragement and doubt about the relationship's future. Triggers are a normal part of the healing process, yet many betrayed spouses struggle with feelings of inadequacy when faced with these reminders. Accepting that triggers will occur is crucial for moving forward. The focus should be on managing the emotional responses to these triggers rather than expecting a smooth recovery journey.
Read at Psychology Today
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