Deciding to Leave After an Affair: When and Why to Heal Alone
More Than One Way to Heal
When an affair is exposed, the question often becomes: Can this marriage be restored? But that’s not the only question worth asking. In some circumstances, healing comes not from staying, but from choosing a different path.
In this conversation, Tim and Sharon talk candidly about the realities, risks, and considerations involved in deciding whether to stay or leave. This episode isn’t about pushing an outcome—it’s about helping you think clearly and compassionately about what healing might look like for you.
Affair recovery counselors Tim Tedder and Sharon Barbour talk honestly about the difficult decision to leave a marriage after an affair. In this first episode of a two-part series, they explore the importance of timing and indicators that leaving may be the healthiest next step. Their conversation about seeking legal advice is included in this bonus audio clip:
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Coaching Information: Sharon Barbour, Tim Tedder
Episode Reference: The Ping Pong Effect
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