Balance your Brain

Episode 5: Infidelity


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James Christensen: https://jamesmchristensen.com

Catherine Roebuck: https://catroebuck.com

What happens after an affair? Should you stay or should you go? How do you rebuild trust? Why is it more important to trust yourself than to trust your partner?

00:00

- What happens when infidelity is revealed?

00:32

- The double impact of infidelity on trust

01:13

- Mind blindness and its roots in childhood

01:46

- Infidelity as a symptom, not the cause

03:07

- Counseling approach for couples dealing with infidelity

04:18

- Focusing on self-trust instead of partner trust

05:26

- Deception patterns in relationships

07:32

- Introduction to mind mapping in relationships

08:42

- Development of mind mapping skills in children

09:28

- Mind mapping in everyday situations

10:13

- The significance of tracking mind mapping in relationships

11:38

- Authenticity and intimacy in relationships

13:06

- Trusting your perception vs. trusting your partner

14:16

- David Schnarch's Dialogue tool for improving mind mapping

15:07

- Benefits of mind mapping work

15:47

- The process of developing mind mapping skills

16:49

- Final thoughts on living authentically 🔑 Key Takeaways: • Infidelity affects trust in both your partner and yourself • Focus on self-trust when dealing with infidelity • Mind mapping is crucial for understanding relationships • Authenticity leads to greater intimacy, even if it's challenging

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Balance your BrainBy James Christensen