The aftermath of infidelity can lead to deeper intimacy from "summary" of The State of Affairs by Esther Perel
After the betrayal has been exposed, the couple is faced with a choice: to stay together or to go their separate ways. The aftermath of infidelity can be a turning point in the relationship, a moment where the couple must decide if they are willing to do the hard work of rebuilding trust and intimacy. It is a moment of reckoning, where the couple must confront the issues that led to the infidelity in the first place and decide if they are committed to making things right. In the aftermath of infidelity, the betrayed partner may feel a range of emotions - anger, hurt, betrayal, sadness. They may struggle to make sense of what has happened and may question the very foundation of their relationship. The betrayer, on the other hand, may feel guilt, shame, and remorse. They may struggle with their own feelings of inadequacy and may wonder if they can ever be forgiven. Despite the pain and turmoil that infidelity brings, it can also be an opportunity for growth and healing. In fac...
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