
Betrayed & Stayed is a podcast for men and women who have experienced the devastation of infidelity—and have chosen to stay and rebuild. Hosted by Rev. Monica Humpal, a betrayed spouse turned Master Certified Coach, this podcast offers honest conversations about healing, trust, grief, forgiveness, boundaries, and what reconciliation really looks like after an affair. No sugar-coating. No quick fixes. Just real talk, practical wisdom, and hope for those walking the long road forward.
Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do in relationships? Why some people crave reassurance and closeness while others tend to pull away when things get difficult?
In this episode of Betrayed & Stayed, I’m joined by attachment specialist Sloane Carlson to explore how our attachment styles influence the way we love, communicate, handle conflict, and build trust.
We’ll unpack the different attachment styles, how they develop, and how they can affect our relationships, especially when trust has been damaged by infidelity. More importantly, we’ll discuss what you can do to recognize unhealthy patterns, develop greater emotional security, and create healthier connections.
Whether you’re navigating reconciliation after betrayal or simply want to better understand yourself and your partner, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical steps toward healthier relationships.
Because understanding your attachment style isn’t about putting yourself in a box. It’s about recognizing patterns and learning that you have the power to change them.
Guest Info:
My guest today is Sloane Carlson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of clinical experience helping adults break free from anxious attachment, low self-worth, and toxic relationship patterns. She specializes in codependency, narcissistic abuse recovery, generational and relational trauma, and the anxiety and stress that come with navigating it all. Sloane’s work is about helping people rebuild trust in themselves and create relationships that actually feel safe, starting with the one you have with yourself. https://beginlifecounseling.com/
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