Love After Lies

Send a text In this episode of "Love After Lies," Avonlea and Josh share their transformative journey from betrayal to forgiveness. They recount their experiences at a healing retreat in Costa Rica, where they explored the power of plant medicine and its impact on their relationship. Join them as they discuss the challenges of healing, the importance of setting and intention, and the profound insights gained through their journey. Whether you're navigating your own path to healing or simply c...

Send a text When a viral Coldplay concert “Kiss Cam” exposed two married executives in a shocking affair, the world turned it into a meme—but for the betrayed spouses and families, it was anything but funny. In this episode, we pause our personal story to unpack why infidelity is so devastating—through the lens of science, faith, and lived experience. You’ll discover: The different types of affairs (emotional affair, one-night stand, sexual addiction, micro-cheating, and more)Why betrayal tra...

Send a text In this deeply personal episode, the hosts share their journey from betrayal to healing, highlighting the powerful role of truth and vulnerability in rebuilding intimacy. They reflect on the aftermath of Full Therapeutic Disclosure, the emotional reconnection that followed, and the hard but hopeful road of reintegration after separation. The episode confronts common excuses for secrecy—like “I don’t want to hurt them”—and exposes how withholding truth only deepens the damage. With...

Send a text In this deeply personal solo episode, Avonlea shares the raw and unfiltered story of what happened after Full Therapeutic Disclosure—including the moments of panic, regret, and resistance that followed. From symbolic decisions like removing her wedding ring to the anxiety of traveling post-disclosure, she opens up about the emotional toll of navigating betrayal, addiction recovery, and marriage restoration. She reflects on journal entries written in the depths of despair—honest wo...

Send a text In this raw and informative episode, we take you inside one of the most pivotal (and most controversial) moments in our healing journey after infidelity: Full Therapeutic Disclosure (FTD) and the use of a polygraph. We talk about why we chose to go through this difficult, costly, and emotionally intense process, despite skepticism from well-meaning friends and family. You'll hear: What Full Therapeutic Disclosure really is (and isn’t)Why a polygraph can be a powerful tool for rebu...