Affair Recovery
It’s a topic that we all hope never becomes relevant in our own lives. It’s one that probably seems like a bridge too far. It’s clearly one that was explicitly laid out as an absolute no. Yet, the question remains: Is there recovery from an affair?
The unsatisfying (and painfully therapist-y answer) is that it depends on you.
However, built into that response is a conditional ‘Yes.’
How to know if it can work for me
Many times, it starts with belief. A gesture of faith. Or at the very least, a willingness to try. As with any arduous path we take, this one begins with a conscious step that takes you from where you are now, toward your ultimate goal. If you can bring yourself to take that step, there is a possibility for success. After that, some couples really can come together on their own, and rebuild. However like any meaningful endeavor, it is absolutely okay to ask for help.
That is the reason counselors have developed a specific roadmap to help you navigate this uncertain path forward. When you find yourself in overwhelming territory, it only makes sense to have an aide who is familiar with the terrain.