Don’t brush off those “Happy New Year” wishes just yet. I understand that behind the smiles and celebrations, you may be facing pain and loneliness that others don’t see. You may even be very good at hiding your pain. You’re not alone in hiding certain parts of your life from the world.
When faced with the choice between loneliness and staying in a bad relationship, it’s understandable that you may choose the latter. It may not meet your needs, yet it is better than the alternative. Maybe you’ve tried to change things before and it didn’t go well, so you’re hesitant to try again. But here’s the thing: neither loneliness nor an unhealthy relationship is good for your well-being.
Staying in a toxic relationship only perpetuates the cycle of unhappiness and prevents you from living a fulfilling life. Sure, you may not feel the physical effects right away, but the stress and strain of the situation will catch up to you eventually. Marriage relationships present some unique challenges along with forcing you to look at some parts of yourself that you don’t like. Your spouse is likely giving you some of your own medicine.
But guess what? The new year brings with it a fresh opportunity for positive change. It’s time to break free from those unhealthy patterns and start prioritizing your own well-being. Instead of settling for less, you can choose to make things better. Your marriage relationship may be salvageable.
One way to kick-start this transformation is by working through the Affair Recovery Workshop. It’s a valuable resource that can help address the damage caused by past affairs and guide you toward a healthier marriage. You deserve a better relationship and a better year ahead. Some of the very same things needed in turning an affair-damaged relationship around can also be applied to your marriage.
I encourage you to take the step and order your copy of the workshop. It’s time to believe in the possibility of a happier, healthier future. Don’t let the patterns of the past and unhealthy communication patterns hold you back any longer. Embrace the new year as an opportunity for real change.
Wishing you the best,
Jeff
