In today’s conversation we talk about remorse and why it is such an important element in the healing process. We also talk about the low probability of the unfaithful partner showing remorse and explore why that might be the case. It’s going be a tough one so strap in… we’ve got work to do.
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How showing remorse can save your relationships (Amrisha Vaish, 2020) 
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More related studies
1. Blumstein, P., & Schwartz, P. (1983). American Couples: Money, Work, Sex. William Morrow & Co. In this book, the authors discuss various factors influencing relationships, including infidelity. They emphasize that a lack of remorse from the unfaithful partner can hinder reconciliation and damage the relationship further.
2. Pittman, F. S. (1989). Private Lies: Infidelity and the Betrayal of Intimacy. W. W. Norton & Company. This book explores the impact of infidelity on relationships and the potential consequences. Pittman suggests that an unfaithful partner who shows no remorse may be less likely to change their behavior and rebuild trust.
3. Kirshenbaum, M. (2012). Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay: A Step-by-Step Guide to Help You Decide Whether to Stay In or Get Out of Your Relationship. Plume. While not specifically about infidelity, this book provides a framework for evaluating relationships and making decisions about whether to stay or leave. It encourages individuals to consider their needs, values, and emotional well-being when confronted with relationship challenges.
4. Affair Recovery. (n.d.). Signs of a Cheating Spouse: 46 Clues Your Partner is Having an Affair. Retrieved from https://www.affairrecovery.com/newsle…. This online resource outlines signs of infidelity and includes the absence of remorse as one of the indicators that a cheating spouse may not be committed to rebuilding the relationship.
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