How do I heal from a terrible betrayal?

Zanna Smith

One of the ways which worked for me, over time: Expect neither negative or positive from the betrayer. This is not forgiving the behavior, simply neutralizing any anticipation of what will happen next between the two of you. As time passes, you will be able to revisit the “betrayal event” and ask yourself what positive things you learned from it. Journal your reactions, as well as your growth.