In today's video, Samuel discusses empathy and it's power in recovery to change the atmosphere of almost any situation following infidelity and affairs in a relationship.
Samuel shares ways to change particular marriage dances in recovery from affairs and infidelity.
Today, Samuel continues his video discussion on how to deal with the ambivalent spouse after infidelity.
Today Samuel discusses in his video how to disarm self pity and find personal healing in recovery from infidelity.
Samuel continues his video series on self pity with a pointed discussion and how it can diffuse momentum in restoration and personal recovery following infidelity and affairs.
Samuel begins a new series on the unfaithful's journey through self pity after the disclosure of infidelity and affairs.
Samuel discusses the motivation for recovery following the discovery of infidelity and affairs, and why it's important to know why you're getting healthy.
Samuel gets pointed in today's video about the struggle to endure the consequences of infidelity and how to make it through to the other side of an affair.
Samuel tackles in today's video one of the most difficult scenarios in infidelity recovery: ambivalence.
In today's video, Samuel continues his discussion on safety in recovery and the two main components it requires. A follow up to: It's About Safety, Not Trust
While in recovery from affairs and infidelity, contempt can be a struggle for both the unfaithful and betrayed spouse. Today, continuing the 4 part video series discussing the four horsemen, I address contempt in part 3 of my 4 part video series and how to diffuse it.
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Many unfaithful spouses, myself included, struggle with defensiveness after the discovery of their affairs and infidelity. Today, continuing the discussion on the four horsemen, I discuss defensiveness today in part 2 of my 4 part video series.
Samuel continues the long awaited discussion on the four horsemen with a 4 part video series, starting with stonewalling. This is a common issues in many marriages, especially those recovering from infidelity and affairs.
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Today Samuel shares in his video, the principle of healthy distrust which helps to prevent relapse in recovery after infidelity.
Samuel shares a humorous story in today's video about one of his therapy sessions with Samantha which changed the entire scope of their recovery following infidelity.
Watch today's video from Samuel as he discusses what's essential in recovery after an affair and, shockingly for most, it's not trust.
Samuel shares in his video about his and Samantha's journey through abandonment and how it actually reset their lives while recovering from his affair.
In today's video, Samuel begins a new mini series on abandonment in recovery from infidelity and affairs.
In today's video, Samuel shares more of his own personal journey into finding gratitude as an unfaithful spouse.
Today Samuel discusses in this video, how to overcome the four horseman through what John Gottman calls 'repair attempts'.
In today's video, Samuel discusses the four horsemen in recovery including the #1 predictor of divorce in marriage and recovery.
Today, Samuel discusses in his video the latest questions by many of whether or not unfaithful spouses have triggers and reminders.
While Samuel fights many self wars, Samantha, his betrayed spouse, does as well. Today he addresses just one of Samantha's self wars.
Today Samuel provides follow up to his first self war blog. What is Your Self War? - Part 1
Today i share a few key points on how to connect with your betrayed spouse through empathy and remorse.
Today I discuss how to handle reminders, or what seem like sucker punches to your recovery.
Have your dreams shattered? Maybe old dreams need to shatter to give birth to new dreams for you in recovery from infidelity.
Samuel discusses what it means to fight your own self war through recovery from infidelity. Watch What is Your Self War? - Part 2
Samuel discusses some pivotal moments of Samantha's recovery which helped save Samuel from himself.
Samuel invites you into his own story of confrontation to paint a picture of what many spouses struggle with: Perception in recovery.
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Alumna, betrayed. Healing from loss of betrayal, marriage, spouse, and the life I thought I had…to discover hope for new beginnings. As a Grief Recovery Specialist, I am passionate about helping others find hope again.
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.
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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.
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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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