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Infidelity is a challenging issue for couples to work through but not impossible.  There are a few really important elements to consider if you and your partner are struggling with this in your marriage – and both want to try to get through it.  Assuming the affair has ended (a must for healing from infidelity), consider the following:

Allow transparency.  The partner who cheated should be ready to answer questions about who, what, when, how and whatever else their partner needs to know.  As painful as this is, it’s far better than withholding the information to “protect” the partner.  Let them be the judge of what they can – and can’t handle.

Be ready for an emotional rollercoaster.  Rage, grief, confusion and disbelief can all be part of the spectrum of emotions that come with learning of an affair.  This is normal.  Allow the feelings to come and validate them. 

Thoughts or comments on the subject of infidelity?  Use the comment section below.

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Lisa Brookes Kift is a Marriage and Family Therapist in Marin County, CA. – and the creator of The Toolbox at LisaKiftTherapy.com, your tools for marriage, relationship and emotional health.  See more relationship tips and tools by Lisa.  Keep current with The Toolbox by subscribing to the monthly Toolbox Newsletter, follow on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.

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