Written in the Cards: Emily's Story Part Two
In this next chapter of Emily’s journey, we pick up where Part One left off — delving into her second marriage and the dark, hidden betrayals she uncovered. What she thought would be a fresh start spirals into a nightmare when she learns her husband is a secret sex addict — and worse, he’s been using her photos to catfish other men online.
Faced with this ultimate violation of trust, Emily must confront devastating betrayal, reclaim her boundaries, and find her own path back to safety. Fortunately, her family opens their arms. She moves back home, finds refuge in their love, and slowly begins to rebuild her identity and autonomy.
Join us as Emily reflects on survival, tough truths, and the hard work of healing from deception so deep it almost broke her.
Takeaways & Listening Notes
Betrayal from a partner is not just a relational wound — it can wound your sense of identity, worth, and safety.
When deception is compounded by exploitation (i.e., using someone’s images without consent), the violation is especially traumatic.
A support system (family, trusted friends, therapy) can provide the anchors you need to exit and heal.
Recovery is nonlinear. Moving forward often means revisiting pain, resetting boundaries, and building a new narrative for yourself.
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Content Warning: This episode discusses forms of PTSD, trauma, emotional abuse, sexual addiction, image exploitation, betrayal trauma, and manipulation, self-harm ideation, mental health, murder ideation, and any topics that may disturb some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
We are not doctors or therapists, and you should not take our opinions as medical advice.
