Should I Stay If They've Cheated On Me? - Affairs, Trust Issues, Couples Therapy & Recovery
About this episode
This episode explores the complexities of staying in a relationship after infidelity, discussing the reasons behind cheating and the potential for recovery.
When cheating happens, everyone wants a simple answer: leave or stay. But real relationships are rarely that straightforward. In this episode of Come Curious, we unpack one of the most painful questions a person can face: should you stay with someone who has cheated on you? Drawing on listener stories, expert insights, personal experiences, and relationship research, we explore why affairs happen, what cheating can reveal about a relationship, and whether trust can genuinely be rebuilt after betrayal. Tune in to hear about: Why people cheat in the first place Emotional affairs vs physical affairs When cheating is a symptom of deeper relationship problems The role of communication, accountability and therapy Signs a relationship may be repairable When leaving might be the healthiest choiceListener stories of recovery, separation and ethical non-monogamy The long-term impact of betrayal on mental health and self-worth We also examine the reality that many couples do stay together after infidelity, and why healing looks different for every relationship. Whether you've been cheated on, cheated yourself, or simply want to understand the psychology behind affairs, this conversation…
People in this episode
Hosts: Florence Bark, Reed
Topics covered
- cheating
- relationships
- trust issues
- couples therapy
- recovery
- emotional affairs
- communication
Keywords
- affairs
- trust
- betrayal
- mental health
- self-worth
- ethical non-monogamy
- relationship problems
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