Have you ever found yourself talking to your pets? They may not respond like humans, but they’re always there to listen and provide companionship. When we’re feeling stressed or down, our pets have a way of offering comfort and making things better. It’s hard to imagine what life would be like without them.
Recently, the topic of “pets and affairs” came up in a family discussion. It’s true that any affair can potentially damage your marriage. Even if it doesn’t lead to a split, the risk is still there. And anything that threatens the stability of a marriage also affects our pets. What impacts you impacts them.
While pets provide a listening ear and companionship, even that can be at risk in the face of an affair. It may mean losing access to our beloved pets. We can explain affairs to our children, but can you explain it to your furry friends? You can try, but will they really understand what’s happening?
Our pets need love and attention from both partners in a relationship. The impact of an affair can cause stress and confusion for them too. They sense that something is wrong. They depend on us for their happiness and well-being, so when one of us is alienated from the pet, it’s like they lose a big part of their life.
Our pets have witnessed the tension, the stress, and the anger, but they don’t understand the root of it all. They suffer as well, without having a voice in what happens. That’s why it’s important for couples to open up channels of communication with each other.
In the Affair Recovery Workshop, I will show you effective ways to communicate and work through the challenges in your marriage. When you both talk and address the issues, it not only benefits your relationship, but also your pets and your own well-being.
Let’s keep it real and prioritize the happiness and stability of our families, including our furry friends.
Keeping It Real,
Jeff
