Have you ever wondered, “What’s wrong with people these days?” I found myself pondering this question when a young man from a nearby flooring company came to measure our carpet. However, his measuring tape had broken earlier duripulsing another job, causing him to arrive later than scheduled. Instead of stopping by the hardware store beforehand, he came to our house and then left to get a new measuring tape. This made us question why he didn’t just stop on the way, especially since you passed a hardware store while driving to my home. It got me thinking about the importance of planning and preparation, especially when it comes to home repairs.
In this situation, it seemed like the young man didn’t have a backup plan or prepare properly for his job. It reminded me of people who cheat impulsively, constantly going from one relationship crisis to another without any real thought or planning. This kind of approach is detrimental, especially when it comes to affair recovery. While they may handle a few crises initially, their lack of preparation ultimately catches up to them.
In order to successfully recover from an affair, having a plan is crucial. It’s important to have clear direction and intention to make progress and overcome obstacles. Without a plan, it’s easy to settle for quick fixes and drift aimlessly in search of recovery. You have a few intense marriage counseling sessions or attend a marriage renewal weekend and think that all is well.
You may have had some intense moments filled with tears and reconciling, but that does not mean your marriage is healed. Without a relapse plan and recovery plan, the only question is when the trouble comes. This mistake can lead to relapse if high-risk situations are not managed properly with support systems and accountability.
If you’re dealing with an impulsive cheater and want to learn more about preventing relapse, I encourage you to order the video “Overcoming Affair Relapse.” This video provides valuable insights into creating a strong relapse prevention plan and improving the chances of success for your marriage.
Keeping It Real,
Jeff
