Begin Together: For Couples Healing From Infidelity

Jenae Lindsey
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Mental Health

If you have experienced trauma from sexual betrayal, you're in the right place. If you have been the betraying partner and you're ready to change, you're in the right place. This podcast is for couples who are on the road to healing from infidelity, Deceptive Sexuality Trauma and compulsive or entitled sexual behaviors.

Episodes

  1. May 20

    Are You Willing to Heal?

    The podcast episode explores the concepts of willingness and willfulness in the context of healing from deceptive sexuality trauma. It delves into the desire to heal, the grind of behavioral change, the path of willingness, the challenge of choice, and the relationship between willingness and ability. Key takeaways include the distinction between willingness and willfulness, as well as the understanding that learning and change take time.

    18 min

  2. May 8

    How to Live In Alignment With Your Values

    www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching

    23 min

  3. Apr 24

    What is a Formal Disclosure?

    www.DesertBloomRecovery.org www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/CouplesCoaching https://www.amazon.com/Full-Disclosure-Share-Sexual-Betrayal/dp/1095277669 The conversation delves into the concept of formal disclosure in the context of healing from infidelity. It explores the differences between Discovery Day and Disclosure, emphasizes the importance of timely and thorough disclosure, discusses challenges and misconceptions in the process. Takeaways Formal disclosure is a crucial step in the healing process after infidelity.The process of formal disclosure requires thorough preparation and support for both partners.

    28 min

  4. Apr 14

    (Part 2) Unpacking Dr. Omar Minwalla's White Paper: Ten Steps to Building a Secret Sexual Basement

    https://minwallamodel.com/article/ten-steps-to-building-a-secret-sexual-basement/ https://desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching

    33 min

  5. Mar 28

    (Part 1) Unpacking Dr. Omar Minwalla's White Paper: Ten Steps to Building a Secret Sexual Basement

    https://minwallamodel.com/article/ten-steps-to-building-a-secret-sexual-basement/ Desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching

    44 min

  6. Mar 20

    Boundaries After Betrayal with Dr. Rachel Augustus

    www.minwallamodel.com DesertBloomRecovery.org/couplescoaching https://www.amazon.com/Book-Boundaries-Limits-That-Will/dp/0593448707

    1h 29m

  7. Mar 6

    Understanding Nervous System Regulation After Deceptive Sexuality Trauma

    https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching https://minwallamodel.com/ In this episode, Jenae delves into the impact of trauma from sexual betrayal on the nervous system, exploring the Polyvagal Theory and practical tools for self-regulation and healing. It provides insights into understanding the body's response to trauma and offers actionable strategies for nervous system regulation and healing. Takeaways Understanding the impact of trauma on the nervous systemPractical tools for regulating the nervous system Chapters 00:00 Impact of Trauma on the Nervous System10:12 Polyvagal Theory and Nervous System Regulation20:23 Self-Regulation and Healing30:19 Practical Tools for Nervous System Regulation

    31 min

  8. Feb 27

    Understanding Your Emotions

    Resources: www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/couplescoaching The podcast episode delves into the importance of understanding and processing emotions. It specifically addresses emotions in the context of relational betrayal and infidelity. It emphasizes the purpose of emotions, the need for emotional safety, and responding effectively to emotional pain. The episode also highlights the significance of emotional wounds, gentleness in recovery, and the support needed for the betrayed partner. Takeaways Understanding emotions is critical for healing from infidelityEmotions are not the enemy and should be honored and processedFeel it to heal it and name it to tame it

    27 min

  9. Feb 20

    Understanding Your Defenses

    After the Affair: For Couples https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching The podcast episode delves into the topics of defenses after infidelity, emotional responses, the differentiation between guilt and shame, and the importance of taking accountability and practicing change. It emphasizes the impact of emotionally heavy words and strong emotions on defense systems, the role of guilt as a gift for positive change, and the significance of accountability in personal growth and relationship healing. Takeaways Defense systems are activated by emotionsAccountability involves taking actionGuilt is a gift that allows us to be better and different, while shame hinders accountability. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Defense Systems and Emotional Responses07:11 Differentiating Between Guilt and Shame15:57 Taking Accountability and Practicing Change

    25 min

  10. Feb 17

    Understanding the Basement

    The podcast episode introduces the concept of healing from infidelity and deceptive sexuality trauma. It explores the metaphor of the 'Secret Sexual Basement' and its impact on both partners. The episode emphasizes the importance of accurate naming and treatment, as well as the hope for healing and recovery. Takeaways Deceptive Sexuality TraumaThe Secret Sexual Basement Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healing from Infidelity07:02 The Impact of Discovery on Both Partners13:44 The Importance of Accurate Naming and Treatment20:26 Hope for Healing and Recovery Resources for Couples: https://minwallamodel.com/ https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching

    23 min
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About

If you have experienced trauma from sexual betrayal, you're in the right place. If you have been the betraying partner and you're ready to change, you're in the right place. This podcast is for couples who are on the road to healing from infidelity, Deceptive Sexuality Trauma and compulsive or entitled sexual behaviors.

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  • Creator
    Jenae Lindsey
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jenae Lindsey

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