Your Age: 41-50
Length of Relationship : 1 - 2 years
How long ago did the betrayal occur?: Recently - less than 30 days
How did you learn about it?: My son who is 17 discovered their messages, and told me about it.
Describe how you are feeling now, or how you felt when you found out.: Vulnerable, right now, open, empty, sad, strangely sexually open to him.
How have your normal habits changed (eating, sleeping, etc)?: I am sexually very open to him, where before I was not
What are you using to cope with your emotions? Is it working for you?: Alcohol. Sex. Surrender. Not really.
What are your next steps?: Not sure. Counselling.
What emotions have come up for you as you've been going through this? (select all that apply): Shock/Disbelif, Anger, Sadness, Alone, Afraid, Replaced, Betrayed, Devalued, Invisible, Shame/Ashamed
What emotions are missing from the list?: Lost, surrendered, mentally broken, emotionally thin
What advice would you give to others in this situation?: Too soon, I don’t know how I’ll get through this
What else would you like to share?: I have been very sexually attracted and available since I found out about my husband’s affair. I don’t know why.