# 92 - The Psychology of Being Friends with a Cheater

Ask The Lemon Tree Coaching Podcast a Question. Text the TLT Pod today.This week I’m diving into a topic that can feel like walking a tightrope: the psychology of being friends with a cheater. Don’t skip this episode just yet. You may be surprised by what’s to come. Whether you’ve experienced this situation yourself or just trying to understand the dynamics, it can be a confusing and emotionally charged experience. We won’t engage in shaming but rather get a little perspective. So if you’ve been the cheater, been cheated on, the friend of a cheater, or perhaps all of the above, you may learn something new in this week’s episode.  As we know, friendship is built on a foundation of trust, and when that trust is compromised or betrayed, especially by someone close to you, someone you’ve known for years who you thought you understood inside and out and vice versa,  it can stir up all kinds of emotions. We’ll explore why people cheat, how friendships are affected, and how to navigate these tricky waters with empathy and boundaries. Social Media LinksThe Lemon Tree Coaching PodcastInstagram TwitterTeacher Resources (really, for anyone)The Lemon Tree by AKSBox BreathingOther Important Resources:National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline call (866) 331-9474, or text: loveis to 225loveisrespect.orgA Call For Change Helpline (877) 898-3411. Visit their website at acallforchangehelpline.org.Al-AnonSAMHSA’s National HelplineLaura's House988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineThe National Domestic Violence Hotline 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)  or TEXT the word “start to 88788National Emergency Telephone Number in Australia - dial 000