Standing on New Ground

For the woman who chose to stay — and is building what comes next.

Choosing to stay after infidelity brings new questions. What trust has returned? What has staying cost you, and what has it given you? How can you care for your marriage without losing sight of your own life?

Standing on New Ground brings together 12 modules in five phases, with guided reflection, writing exercises, and brief practices. Explore what you have lived through, the changes you can observe in your relationship, the triggers that remain, and what you need to keep building.

The workbook also makes room for intimacy, accountability, boundaries, parenting, privacy, and the woman you are becoming. Work at your own pace and bring your reflections into therapy if that supports you.

Written for women who have chosen to stay and want to explore the next stage, this volume does not require everything to be resolved or ask you to remain at the expense of your safety. It is educational material and does not replace professional care.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to finish the earlier volumes first?
This volume focuses on the stage after choosing to stay. Review the contents to decide whether it meets your needs. The earlier volumes may help if you are working through the initial crisis or the decision itself.

Is this a couples workbook?
It is written for the woman’s personal reflection. Some exercises may open a conversation, but a partner’s participation is not required.

Can I use it alongside therapy?
You can bring your reflections to your therapist. The workbook is not a replacement for professional care.