Discovering infidelity can feel like the ground has been ripped out from under us. Whether we’ve been married for decades or just started a relationship, betrayal leaves deep emotional wounds that touch every part of life.

Infidelity shakes the foundation of trust in a relationship, leaving deep wounds that can feel impossible to heal. Whether you’ve discovered betrayal recently or are still carrying the weight of it years later, the emotional aftermath can affect every part of your life.

Infidelity, when performed in a physical manner, is relatively cut and dry. You engage in physical contact or a sexual affair with another person who is not your partner. But what about emotional infidelity? This is harder to provide a clear boundary for.