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Category: Gripes

This blog isn’t all sunshine and roses because the healing process isn’t. There were times in my process where things made me downright angry and still do at times. Comments in the media, shares from other people recovering, comments from sex addicts, the material I read, jokes I heard, statements made in church, and the list goes on and on. This section is where I get to share my gripes and one of the reasons I decided to begin a blog in the first place. I wanted to share my thoughts in a frank manner, even if they were negative. However, the purpose isn’t just to gripe; I wish to provoke thought, support, discussion, affirmation of your own struggle, or all of the above that honors where you are in your healing journey.

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Jul 18, 2022July 30, 2022

Does your sex addict have the mindset of an eager beaver, or is he still trying to drive the “relationship” car?–Pt. 1

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One of my pet peeves is the addict who lacks the eager beaver mindset.  I am referring to a sex addict who is lackadaisical in his recovery approach and efforts…

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Jun 12, 2022June 14, 2022

When will he start behaving so my life will get better?

General Share, Gripes

I have heard this sentiment expressed more times than I wish to admit. Some women come into support groups knowing their husbands have a problem and believe all issues will…

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Feb 27, 2022April 17, 2022

It’s a TRAUMA, NOT A SICKNESS

Gripes

I am so grateful I saw a therapist who approached my situation as “healing from betrayal.” I can’t even imagine if I had experienced some of the horror stories, I’ve…

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I started this blog because I couldn't find a resource that validated what I felt when I learned my husband was a sex addict. All I wanted was frank talk, no definitions, recovery speech, or minimization of what I was feeling. I hope you feel validated, heard, and understood when reading my blog posts. I try not to give advice; I share my experience with each topic to provide partners of sex addicts hope for their healing from betrayal trauma. To learn more, please read the "My Story" tab at the top of this page. If you like what you see and find this blog helpful, please share it with others; no one should feel alone on this yucky journey. I would love to hear from you. Please contact me at joy@betrayednotbroken.com. Most importantly, please remember you deserve to give yourself the time to heal well from betrayal trauma.

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April Journaling Prompt:

 

 

 

What puts a smile on your face despite what you may be going through?

 

 

 

February Journal Prompt: List ten things you love about yourself and why.

February Self-care Challenge:  Spend at least one hour doing your hobby this month.  If you don’t have a hobby, this is the time to explore until you find one you enjoy.

 

May Journal Prompt:

How can you be easier on yourself this month as you continue to help from betrayal trauma?

Self-Care Challenge:

Make a list of ten affirmations you can say to yourself daily.

 

 

March Journal Prompt:

What do you appreciate the most thus far about your healing journey?

Self-care Challenge:

Do something this month that makes you smile.