Healing from Betrayal Trauma with Janna Denton-Howes of the Wanting it More Podcast
In this episode of the Wanting it More Podcast, Janna speaks with Michelle Mays – author, innovator and counselor with over 20 years of experience treating sexual betrayal and trauma.
Janna talks about discovering a 14-year betrayal in her marriage and Michelle shares her own betrayal story.
Reasons why partner betrayal is so complex compared to other forms of trauma.
The stories of rationalization, minimization and justification used by cheating partners to make their behaviour ok.
The lying, manipulation, scapegoating and gaslighting experienced by partners during the discovery of betrayal.
The cycle of shame that comes with wanting to simultaneously connect and disconnect from a cheating partner
The vital importance of restoring the relationship with oneself after experiencing partner betrayal.
“Wanting it More is the podcast for women, married to men, who feel like sex is a chore. With massive to-do lists, husband expectations and constant stress, it’s no wonder that so many of us find sex to be a challenge!”
