Once trust is broken, can it ever be repaired?
Sure, but it is not going to happen overnight and it is not going to come easily. Trust can take years to rebuild it is something you have to believe in and work hard at. What is betrayal? Betrayal is the breaking or violation of a presumptive social contract, trust, or confidence that produces moral and psychological conflict within a relationship. Resolving Betrayal The first question should be, “Do both parties want to repair the relationship?” If not, then you cannot force it on them, it is best to move on. Hopefully with time, forgiveness will come. If both parties are in agreement and would like to move forward rebuilding the relationship then it needs to begin with courageous integrity on behalf of the offender. The guilty party needs to: • Admit fault. • State their mistake. • View the breach of trust from the victim’s perspective. • Listen to the offended party allowing them to speak without interruption. • Reflect their feelings, avoiding the temptation to explain your action
