Choosing to Stay

Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, Stephanie Lynn explores a unique healing tool—rhythmic expression using the ancient frame drum. Stephanie shares how this somatic practice helps betrayed par…

After betrayal, both partners can find themselves stuck in overwhelming thoughts. The betrayed partner may struggle with replaying painful memories and fearing the future, while the partner who acted…

In this powerful episode of Choosing to Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, Hali is joined by her coaching colleague, Rachel Strong, to explore the similarities between physical and emotional healing…

Communication after betrayal can feel like walking through a minefield—full of triggers, misunderstandings, and deep emotional wounds. In this episode, we explore essential healthy communication stra…

After infidelity, emotions can feel overwhelming. Many people unknowingly bypass their pain—either by forcing positivity, over-intellectualizing, or even using spirituality to avoid sitting with diff…

In today's episode, we talk about the flood of questions a betrayed partner may have—some seeking clarity, some driven by hurt, and some that feel impossible to answer without making things worse. Ho…

Criticism can feel especially painful when you're healing from relational trauma—it can trigger old wounds, stir up self-doubt, and even make you question your progress. But what if criticism could b…

Resentment and bitterness can feel impossible to escape after betrayal. They’re natural responses to deep hurt, broken trust, and the unfairness of it all. But what if these emotions aren’t just obst…

In this episode, we dive into the vital role that listening plays when navigating the difficult decision to stay in a relationship after infidelity and betrayal. Whether you're the one betrayed or th…

Pain is often seen as something to be avoided, suppressed, or overcome—but what if we could reframe it as a powerful signal? In this episode, we explore how pain, especially after betrayal, can be a …

In today’s episode of Choosing To Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, we’re sharing a special recording from our monthly Road to Recovery webinar, where Hali sits down with Amie Woolsey to discuss th…

In this special crossover episode, Hali joins Valerie Rubin, host of The Anxiety Recovery Podcast, to dive deep into the impact of betrayal and infidelity on both our nervous system and sense of safe…

In this special bonus episode of Choosing To Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, Hali sits down with Alana Gordon to dive deep into the ins and outs of couples work after betrayal. We break down the …

In today’s episode of Choosing to Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, we dive into the emotional shields we build to protect ourselves after betrayal—and how those same shields can keep us from truly…

In this episode of Choosing to Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, we explore the critical role of self-advocacy in the healing process. Recovery is a deeply personal journey, and learning to advocat…

In this episode of Choosing To Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, we explore the complex and often unspoken topic of shame for the betrayed partner who chooses to stay. Choosing to stay after betray…

In this episode of Choosing To Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal, we explore the profound journey of rediscovering oneself and rebuilding identity in the aftermath of betrayal. Whether you're naviga…

Welcome to this episode of Choosing to Stay After Infidelity and Betrayal! As the New Year begins, many of us feel the weight of societal pressure to set ambitious resolutions. But for those couples …

In today’s episode of The Choosing to Stay Podcast, we’re diving into a critical element of relational repair: consistency. Whether you’re a betrayed partner or someone working on rebuilding trust …

In this episode of the Choosing to Stay podcast, Hali and Stephanie dive into a listener's question: Does the pain ever go away after betrayal? They explore the emotional realities of betrayal trauma…