Getting into an abusive relationship is a quick path to a horrible future. Getting into a great relationship, however, can seem like the best thing that ever happened… unless they cheat, then it feels like an abusive relationship.
If you decide to stay in a relationship where you know infidelity is happening, are you being abused, or are you abusing yourself?
There’s a mindset that kicks in after the initial shock of finding out about the betrayal. And that mindset raises your toleration level to an all-time high, causing you to accept more bad behavior. It’s not fun and can beat you down until you are completely broken.
I talk about that and other relationship woes in today’s episode.
Tune into the Love and Abuse podcast to help you learn how to navigate difficult relationships
![]() | Paul Colaianni Paul Colaianni is an Emotional Abuse Expert and Behavior and Relationship Specialist who has been analyzing complex relationship dynamics since 2010. As the creator of the Healed Being program and host of the top-rated Love and Abuse and The Overwhelmed Brain podcasts, with over 21 million downloads worldwide, he specializes in helping people recognize hidden manipulation, navigate emotionally abusive relationships, and empower themselves to make informed decisions. |


