How do I forgive my cheating husband?
05/13/25 5:04pm
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Remember that forgiveness is a process, not an event. You may feel very forgiving towards your husband one day, and the next day, you may have a flashback to the event, and you may get triggered and angry at him for cheating all over again, and that's totally normal. It's something that you both are going to be working toward, and it may take more time than you want. Your husband has to understand that you may ask him the same questions over and over again.
But I think if both of you establish common goals and agree on where you want to be, what you want to do, how you want to be more connected, that will help you throughout the process. I think it's really important for the partner who was unfaithful to reinforce their commitment, and really try to earn your trust back. Trust has to be earned.
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But I think if both of you establish common goals and agree on where you want to be, what you want to do, how you want to be more connected, that will help you throughout the process. I think it's really important for the partner who was unfaithful to reinforce their commitment, and really try to earn your trust back. Trust has to be earned.
If you forgive your husband, it will likely happen slowly and over time. It will depend on how he handles the situation. Is he sorry? Does he strongly state that he wants your relationship to continue? Ask yourself if you are able to forgive him—in some situations, forgiveness isn't always possible.
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