After the Affair

118. Christmas After Betrayal: Create Something New


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Christmas can be a season filled with joy and connection, but for anyone navigating betrayal, it can also bring sadness, loneliness, and longing for what once was. This episode offers a compassionate space to reflect on the challenges of the holiday season while exploring ways to create moments of peace, hope, and even new traditions.

Whether you’re the betrayed partner, the unfaithful partner, or someone facing a Christmas that looks nothing like you imagined, this episode is here to remind you: It’s okay to feel what you’re feeling, and it’s possible to create something meaningful, even amidst the pain.


From my heart to yours, Luke Shillings.

Key Takeaways:

  • Why Christmas often feels harder after betrayal and how to navigate it.
  • Practical ways to care for yourself and reframe holiday expectations.
  • How to focus on small, meaningful moments that bring comfort and hope.
  • A reminder: Healing doesn’t require perfection, just a step forward.
  • Reflective Question:

    What’s one small, meaningful thing you can do for yourself today to create a sense of peace or connection?

    If this episode resonates, share it with someone who might need a reminder that they’re not alone this holiday season.

    Connect with Luke:

    • Website: www.lifecoachluke.com
    • Instagram: @mylifecoachluke
    • Join the After the Affair community at www.facebook.com/groups/aftertheaffaircommunity

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