Grow in Relationship Blog

Most people can't tell the difference between codependency vs love until years into a relationship. By then, they've overridden so many internal signals that they've lost track of what safety actually feels like. But here's what I've learned working with people...

Quick Answer: If you're asking why you can't get over the affair - it's because betrayal activates your attachment system as a life-threatening event, triggering survival responses in your nervous system. The intrusive thoughts and inability to move on aren't...

A post I shared recently went viral, and it touched something real for thousands of people: the distinction between a one-time affair and a pattern of infidelity. The responses flooded in from people who needed permission to acknowledge that these two experiences,...

Betrayal drops you into a world you didn't ask for—one where the ground beneath your feet has shifted, and nothing feels certain anymore. If you're reading this, chances are you're trying to make sense of something that feels impossible to understand: how to...

If you're asking "how long does betrayal trauma last," you're not alone. This question haunts countless individuals who have experienced the devastating impact of infidelity, emotional affairs, or other profound breaches of trust. Understanding how long betrayal...

If you're searching for a "do I have betrayal trauma quiz" to help you understand what you're experiencing after discovering your partner's affair, you've come to the right place. If you've been blindsided by infidelity, you're likely experiencing complex emotions...

If you've experienced betrayal, you know the mental prison it can create. Your mind becomes a broken record, replaying the same scenes, questions, and details on an endless loop. You lie awake at 3 AM dissecting every conversation, every look, every sign you might...

If you're reading this, you've likely experienced one of life's most profound wounds. First, let me say this: what you're feeling is valid, your pain is real, and you are not overreacting. There are stages of coping with infidelity, and we'll discuss them in this...

When betrayal strikes, our bodies often respond in ways that seem to defy logic. We might find ourselves unable to move, speak, or even think clearly. This paralysis isn't weakness or failure—it's a primal neurobiological response that has kept humans alive for...