What is the difference between the Betrayed Partner and the Recovering Partner?
Let’s go over some definitions so we’re all on the same page:
Betrayed Partner: The partner who was betrayed and is working to heal from broken trust.Â
Recovering Partner: The partner who betrayed trust and is working to rebuild trust.Â
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The betrayals I’m referring to above are the types of betrayals that devastate, destabilize, and damage the stability of your relationship. Examples include injuries involving: affairs, addictions, abuse, abandonment, and deception.Â
During registration, select if you’re the Recovering Partner or the Betrayed Partner so you can follow your specific path through the program.Â
In most cases, you'll know which of you is the Recovering Partner and the Betrayed Partner.
However, it’s not always that straightforward. Sometimes both partners have deeply betrayed each other and are working through more complex healing. If you’re both a recovering partner AND a betrayed partner, then just select one of the two options and know that you’ll still be able to work through both paths in the program.Â
Also, you’ll notice on the map that the Recovering Partner is male and the Betrayed Partner is female. If you’re a female Recovering Partner or a male Betrayed Partner, please note that you can still work through the program and resources. I have also included some additional resources in certain lessons where there can be gender differences.
When you finish the sign-up process, your respective path will be illuminated in color on the map. This makes it easier to see your path as you move through the program. Your partner’s path will also be visible and accessible, but it will be grayed out so it’s less visually distracting.Â