The Truth About Emotional Affairs and What They're Really About

Heal from Infidelity: Reclaiming Your Peace, Power, and Self-Trust After Betrayal

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Emotional affairs can be one of the most confusing and painful experiences in a relationship. In this episode, I'm breaking down what they really are — and what they're actually about. So many people believe emotional affairs are about the "other person," but I'll show you why they're often rooted in something deeper: unmet emotional hunger, self-abandonment, and the longing to feel fully alive again.

You'll learn why these relationships can feel electric, why secrecy distorts truth, and how both partners can begin to heal — not by policing behavior, but by learning to be honest without self-abandonment. Whether you've been betrayed or have strayed yourself, this conversation will help you understand what your deeper needs are and how to meet them with integrity.

Key Takeaways:

Emotional affairs are about unmet needs, not just betrayal.
The healing path begins with radical self-honesty.
Integrity isn't the absence of desire — it's staying present with it.
Growth means learning to choose yourself without self-rejection.

If this episode resonates, I'd love to help you on your healing journey. Reach out or join my next class at https://andreagiles.com/.