No! You Ruined My Life and I Hate You!

Dr. Rob and Tami talk about how a betrayed spouse can work towards forgiving their partner who is suffering from sex addiction or other related issues. Many addicts fail to understand why it takes their spouse so long to recover from their betrayal. Dr. Rob explains from a betrayed spouse's point of view how, and when, to move forward.   TAKEAWAYS: [:35] What's the difference between chronic cheating vs. being a sex addict? [3:55] It's easy for SA to justify their poor behaviors. [4:45] If you can't stop the cheating, get help. [8:35] Assessments are a vital tool to really dive deep into why someone is acting out the way they are. [10:55] You have to address the mental health issues that surround whatever the addict is going through that is causing them to act out. [11:55] How do I know if someone is a love addict? [15:45] As a betrayed partner, I keep waiting for the next shoe to drop. What should I do? [25:40] My spouse is completely done with me. How can I still stay motivated on my recovery journey?   RESOURCES: Seekingintegrity.com Email Tami: [email protected] Sexandrelationshiphealing.com Intherooms.com Out of the Doghouse: A Step-by-Step Relationship-Saving Guide for Men Caught Cheating, by Robert Weiss Prodependence: Moving Beyond Codependency, by Robert Weiss Sex Addiction 101: A Basic Guide to Healing from Sex, Porn, and Love Addiction, by Robert Weiss Cruise Control: Understanding Sex Addiction in Gay Men, by Robert Weiss