Rather than viewing infidelity through a narrow lens, Michele asserts that all involved parties have a crucial role to play in the aftermath of broken trust in a fractured relationship. Through client anecdotes and a wealth of assessments and hands-on exercises, she helps readers understand the underlying reasons that drive infidelity, from childhood trauma to relationship dynamics, offering a gentle—but firm—process of improving communication that she terms the “Five A’s of Recovery”: acknowledge, admit, apologize, ask, and adapt. Michele concedes that emotions will run high—and recovery will take time—but, for those willing to put fear to the side, it is possible, she writes, to start anew.
That will give readers who are desperate for answers some hope, an element that is often missing in similar material. Michele handles infidelity with a deep respect for both partners, exuding a confidence that "thorough affair recovery can not only save your relationship but provide you with the tools to make it better.” From mindfulness and attention to self-care to tackling hot-button topics like masculinity, this encouraging debut will prove a valuable resource for anyone struggling to reconnect or rebuild a relationship.
Takeaway: Encouraging resource for couples attempting to rebuild after infidelity.
Comparable Titles: Emma Lancaster's Infidelity Recovery, Janis A Spring's After the Affair.
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I have just began reading this book, and it's already changing my marriage. Dr. Jeanne Michele’s The Infidelity Cure is a deeply insightful and transformative read for anyone looking to navigate the challenging path of healing after infidelity. Her approach helps me feel both compassionate and empowering to the situation. I am learning a lot!
The author does an intriguing deep-dive into a very complex subject with understanding and optimistic compassion
Dr. Jeanne is a great writer. I am a female reader but I found the stories interesting and compelling. I have not read the entire book yet but am looking forward to reading it. I'm sure there are lessons to be learned for all even though you may not have gone through this experience. Even though all cases do not have fairy tale endings, Dr. Jeanne manages to help the parties involved to move on with grace and dignity.
I first thought that this book would only be useful if there was infidelity in our relationship. But since reading it I realise that it is SOOO much more than that!
YES this book is a comprehensive guidebook to support repairing your relationship after betrayal. But it also helps strengthen the relationship and shows us how to communicate BEFORE betrayal happens. Its truly a lifesaver for any relationship that is going through some struggles and I highly highly recommend this book. Its a book that you will want to keep coming back to again and again.
