Relationships Uncomplicated

Episode 079: How Can Someone Who Loves Me Betray Me?


Listen Later

In this intriguing podcast episode, the topic of love and betrayal takes center stage, prompting us to explore the complex dynamics that arise when the people we cherish deeply hurt us.

Idit Sharoni hosts her team of experts in order to shed a light on this topic. She begins with asking Alana Tokayer, a Marriage & Family Therapist and Program Specialist to describe what she notices with couples in the aftermath of infidelity grappling with this question. Alana sets the stage by highlighting the profound impact of betrayal when it comes from someone we consider our best friend, our everything.

As a therapist, Alana has witnessed couples grappling with the aftermath of infidelity, and the burning question always lingers: "How can someone who loves me betray me?" This inquiry lies at the heart of the episode, as it dives into the intricacies of understanding the coexistence of love and betrayal in modern relationships.

Alana is joined by a team of experts, including Yael Haklai-Neagu and Ana De la Cruz, both licensed Marriage & Family Therapists specializing in relationships and affair recovery. Together, they shed light on how partners can make sense of the painful dilemma caused by infidelity.

Throughout the episode, the team offers valuable insights and tips for coping with this conundrum, emphasizing the importance of questioning assumptions and challenging thought patterns that hinder healing. They discuss how love and betrayal can coexist, urging listeners to reconsider their perceptions of loyalty and love.

The episode concludes with three practical tips for healing after infidelity, shared by Alana, Ana, and Yael. These tips emphasize the significance of intentionality, open-mindedness, and reframing one's perspective to navigate the challenging journey of rebuilding trust and love after betrayal.

Listeners are left with a thought-provoking exploration of the complex interplay between love and betrayal in relationships. The episode encourages us to reevaluate our beliefs about loyalty, love, and the potential for healing and growth after experiencing infidelity. If you're seeking guidance on affair recovery or intrigued by the intricate dynamics of love and betrayal, this podcast episode promises valuable insights and a deeper understanding of these complex emotions.

Read the show notes

Learn about our Infidelity recovery Program

Schedule a free 45-minute consultation

See our website

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Relationships UncomplicatedBy Idit Sharoni, LMFT Relationship Expert and Affair Recovery Specialist

  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7

4.7

193 ratings


More shows like Relationships Uncomplicated

View all
Relationship Advice by Thrive Therapy - Colter Bloxom, Lauren Mokarry, and Cayla Bozovich

Relationship Advice

1,679 Listeners

What Healthy Couples Know That You Don't by Rhoda Sommer on Relationships

What Healthy Couples Know That You Don't

280 Listeners

Healing Broken Trust In Your Marriage After Infidelity by Brad and Morgan Robinson

Healing Broken Trust In Your Marriage After Infidelity

752 Listeners

Relationship Revival Podcast: Expert Advice on Relationships, Marriage, Dating by Nicola Beer

Relationship Revival Podcast: Expert Advice on Relationships, Marriage, Dating

387 Listeners

Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel by Esther Perel Global Media

Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

14,930 Listeners

Relationships Made Easy by Dr. Abby Medcalf

Relationships Made Easy

25 Listeners

Helping Couples Heal Podcast by Marnie Breecker

Helping Couples Heal Podcast

441 Listeners

Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice by Dr. Morgan Anderson

Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice

1,134 Listeners

Heal from Infidelity: Reclaiming Your Peace, Power, and Self-Trust After Betrayal by Andrea Giles

Heal from Infidelity: Reclaiming Your Peace, Power, and Self-Trust After Betrayal

353 Listeners

Reimagining Love with Dr. Alexandra Solomon by Dr. Alexandra Solomon

Reimagining Love with Dr. Alexandra Solomon

299 Listeners

On Attachment by Stephanie Rigg

On Attachment

1,046 Listeners

Jillian on Love by Jillian Turecki | QCODE

Jillian on Love

1,400 Listeners

After Bedtime with Big Little Feelings by Dear Media and Big Little Feelings

After Bedtime with Big Little Feelings

5,529 Listeners

Betrayal Recovery Radio: The Official Podcast of APSATS by Betrayal Recovery Radio

Betrayal Recovery Radio: The Official Podcast of APSATS

59 Listeners

Lights On with Carl Lentz by B-Side

Lights On with Carl Lentz

769 Listeners