I betrayed my husband by having a long-term affair with his friend, and now that he knows, I feel like I’ve destroyed everything we built together. It wasn’t just a fleeting mistake—it was two years of lies and secrecy. And now, the truth is out. The pain I’ve caused him is undeniable, and every time I see the heartbreak in his eyes, I’m reminded of the depth of my betrayal.

He trusted me, and he trusted his friend. I didn’t just hurt him—I shattered the foundation of our marriage and the relationships we both held dear. I know I have no excuse for what I’ve done. The choices I made were selfish, reckless, and devastating. I let my own desires blind me to the damage I was causing to the person I love most.

Now, I’m faced with the daunting reality of what comes next. I don’t want this to be the end of us. I don’t want my mistakes to define the rest of our lives. But I also know that forgiveness isn’t something I can demand or expect—it’s something I have to earn, slowly and patiently, if it’s even possible at all.

I want to show him that I’m serious about change, about taking responsibility for my actions and doing whatever it takes to rebuild his trust. But where do I start? How do you begin to heal a wound this deep? How do I make him believe in us again when I’ve given him every reason not to?

I need guidance. I need advice on how to navigate this painful road, not just for him, but for myself as well. If there’s any hope for us, I’m willing to fight for it with everything I have. But I don’t know how to take the first step toward repairing what I’ve broken.