One of the most painful things to experience in a relationship is infidelity. If you decide to stay with your partner and move on together, it will take time to heal. There are several things you can do as a couple to take a step forward from the pain and grow into a strong, more faithful couple.
Tips for Moving Past Infidelity
1. Take Time for Yourself
First, take time to separate from each other. Take time to heal and comprehend what happened in your relationship. Perform self-care and try to understand what it was that led to infidelity. In the meantime, your partner should also reflect on the situation and what they did.
2. Access Accountability
Accountability is a necessary step for making your relationship stronger. The person who cheated must end the relationship with the outside party, cutting off all ties and connections. Also, develop a system where that partner remains accountable to the other for increased security.
3. Find Multiple Sources of Help
There are ample ways to access help for infidelity, and you should take advantage of all of them as a couple. Friends, family members, and even leaders in whatever spiritual community you are part of can serve as guidance points and comfort in this time. Those with experience with infidelity issues are also a massive benefit.
4. Seek a Marriage Counselor
A helpful tool for any duo struggling with a past of infidelity is a marriage counselor. This individual should know marital therapy and have experience with counseling through infidelity. They provide an excellent third-party perspective and will help you restructure your relationship to grow far closer than before.
5. Reestablish Trust
Finally, work to reestablish trust. Try to create a timeline you can follow to seek forgiveness and grow back together. You don’t have to rush, but the sooner you can reconcile, the better for the strength of your time together.
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