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Austin’s wife, navigating her own grief and disbelief, was left to hold the family together during the darkest times. Their journey to healing involved a lot of difficult conversations and the acknowledgment of the “partner betrayal trauma” that she faced due to Austin’s actions. The emotions ran deep, and the road ahead was filled with frustration, uncertainty, and hard conversations.

On the Path to Recovery

The healing journey for Austin required intense self-reflection and active effort toward self-love and compassion. He leaned into therapy, workshops, and coaching, constantly attempting to bridge the gaps created by his prior behaviors. “Step one of that is love myself and love those around me,” Austin said, illustrating the foundational steps of recovery.