The Gift of Connection with those who get it (even if it’s one other person).
I’ve written about the value of a support group in the past, but I want to examine the benefits of connection when you go beyond attending a support group. For…
Category: Tools for you!
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Living in Reality: What does that really mean?
What does it mean to live in reality when you are healing from betrayal trauma? Does it mean crying and screaming every day? Berating your partner daily or ignoring your…
Tool of the month: The Power of Laughter (or Smiling) during your Healing.
There is nothing funny about healing from the pain caused by a sex addict but allowing yourself to experience laughter or a smile along the way can be incredibly helpful.…
Tool of the Month: Positive Self-Talk
We all know positive self-talk is crucial for self-esteem and emotional well-being. However, it’s even more critical when one is healing from betrayal trauma because it can impact how one…
Tool of the Month: Journaling
When it comes to betrayal trauma healing, journaling isn’t just writing to be writing. Journaling is a way to explore your doubts, emotions, and pain. Thankfully, this tool can be…
Tool of the month: A therapist who the partner’s healing journey. (Part 2)
What to consider when seeking a therapist: 1. Is the therapist specialized in working with partners of sex addicts or betrayal trauma? For me, I wanted a therapist who got…
Tool of the month: A therapist who understands the partner’s healing journey. (Part 1)
A therapist skilled in working with partners of sex addicts can be essential to betrayal trauma healing. I constantly harp on the fact that we are dealing with betrayal trauma. …
Tool of the Month: Dance Aerobics
This month’s Tool of the Month is Dance Aerobics. Before you roll your eyes or ask, seriously? Please hang in there with me before you conclude this blog entry is…
My experience with Support groups – Pt. 2
Therapeutic support groups facilitated by a professional therapist I started attending a Codependency support group at the suggestion of my therapist. The opportunity to learn how codependency manifested in my…
TOOL OF THE MONTH:
NATURE…a worthy refuge There are physical, mental, and emotional benefits to experiencing nature, especially if you are healing from betrayal trauma. My house backs up to the wilderness, so it…
