The Dr. John Delony Show He’s Seeing Prostitutes After 38 Years of Marriage
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Feb 16, 2024 Topics discussed include infidelity after 38 years of marriage, rebuilding trust, coping with anxiety as a nurse, holiday stress, living with an ex during a divorce, money and marriage retreat, and reacting to disrespect in relationships.
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Rebuild Trust Gradually After Betrayal
- To rebuild trust after infidelity, choose to stop replaying the betrayal in your mind.
- Replace negative memories with positive ones and consciously remind yourself your partner is safe now.
Replaying Pain Is Brain's Protection
- Replaying betrayal is a form of "dress rehearsing tragedy" to prepare for future hurt.
- This mental loop is the brain's attempt to protect against repeating pain.
Commit Fully to Rebuilding Trust
- If you decide to stay after infidelity, you must be all in and commit to rebuilding trust.
- Catch negative thoughts and consciously replace them with positive memories and hope.