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Reader Stories: My Spouse Had an Affair -- How I Survived

No one will share the exact same feelings of hurt, betrayal, anger, confusion, and fear that you experienced when you learned that your spouse cheated on you. However, telling your story of how you coped may help others deal with their own pain and sense of loss when faced with the trauma of unfaithfulness.

Whether your marriage survived or not, your road to healing can let others know there is hope for better tomorrows after the heartache of infidelity. Please share how you coped with infidelity in your marriage.

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How long were you married when your spouse started to cheat? How did you learn about the affair?
Describe how you felt and what you did or didn't do. Did your marriage survive the infidelity?

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Do you regret anything you did or didn't do? What would you suggest to others who have a cheating spouse?
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