This week, Ash talks with Susan Barahs, a renowned expert on women and relationships and author of multiple books, including The Nine Phases or Marriage. In this episode, Susan shares her expertise on affairs and how to navigate the complex emotions and challenges that come with infidelity.

Sarah shares her perspective on how to process and move through the emotions of an affair and come out with compassion and empowerment. Sarah and Ash explore some of the most common reasons for affairs, including boredom, loneliness, and a desire for excitement or validation. Tune in to hear how to address these underlying needs or desires. 

Whether you are currently struggling with an affair or simply looking to deepen your understanding of relationships and infidelity, this episode is a must-listen.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

1. Warning signs of an affair: signs that your partner may be having an affair and how to make informed decisions about how to move forward
2. Coping with betrayal: navigating the complex emotions of grief, anger, and sadness that accompany infidelity
3. Moving on and navigating the difficult decisions, whether choosing to stay in the relationship or move on
4. The phantom ex: what this is and how they impact your future relationships
5. The four types of affairs: empowered, sex-drive, love, and self-esteem
6. Open relationships, polyamory, and monogamous relationship styles

Connect with Susan Barash

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Connect with Ash:

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