Overcoming Betrayal in Marriage with Vanessa Cardenas
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Betrayal in marriage is a shattering experience like an "atomic bomb" that detonates within a relationship, highlighting the intense pain and damage it causes. This analogy effectively conveys the feeling of complete devastation and loss of trust.
Discovery Day and Its Pain: The concept of "Discovery Day" aptly captures the moment of revelation, often accompanied by crushing words like "I have met someone else." This emphasizes the emotional weight of discovering the betrayal and the immediate grief it triggers.
Research shows the prevalence of infidelity, with 15% of wives and 25% of husbands reporting extramarital sex, adds a layer of understanding to the widespread nature of this experience. Undoubtedly, betrayal impacts self-esteem. Highlighting how betrayal hurts due to its impact on self-esteem is crucial. The act of someone close violating your trust can trigger feelings of worthlessness and insecurity.
On the podcast today, my guest, Vanessa Cardenas, is someone who overcame betrayal, and her message of healing and transformation offers hope and guidance to those experiencing similar pain. She is a Betrayal Recovery Specialist helping those who have suffered from the devastation of betrayal, rise from the ashes and recover their true identity. The distinction between learning from betrayal and accepting blame is essential. It emphasizes that understanding the situation does not equate to accepting responsibility for the actions of others.
She offers the reminder to be gentle with oneself, allow time for healing, and grieve before moving forward, underscoring the importance of self-compassion and patience during the recovery process.
Overall, this episode effectively addresses the complexity of betrayal, offering empathy and providing a starting point for those seeking to heal and rebuild their lives.
Connect with Vanessa:
Betrayal Recovery Specialist
@trusted_advisor_for_betrayal
Linktr.ee/vanessacardena
Pearl Mashour is a Master Women Empowerment Coach, Life Coach & Multiple Subject Credentialed Teacher
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