Understanding
Masculine Betrayal Trauma
The MBT Model Explained
MBT isn’t just an idea; it’s a reflection of the journey I’ve walked, and countless others have too. It sees you as a whole person, acknowledging the societal pressures of masculinity while honoring your unique path to healing from Masculine Betrayal Trauma.
Here’s how working with me and the MBT Model guides you through these challenging times, helping you recover from infidelity and reclaim your sense of self. Read each step below to learn more.
Recovering from Betrayal:
Navigating the 7 Stages of the MBT Model
Rebirth & New Beginnings
1. Initial Shock & Ego Injury
The ground zero of betrayal,
where disbelief & hurt echo
the question, "How could this
happen?"
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2. Questioning Self-Worth
The stage where the mirror cracks, reflecting doubts about your attractiveness, capabilities, and value as a partner.
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3. Anger & Projection
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The tempest phase, where anger becomes the shield & the sword, defending a wounded ego and seeking an outlet.
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4. Competitiveness & Jealousy​
Here, the urge to "win" surfaces driven by a need to reclaim lost pride and stand tall amidst the ruins.
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5. Withdraw & Isolation​
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The retreat into the shell, where silence seems safer, and the world outside feels too harsh to face.
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6. Rebuilding & Transformation​
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The turning point, where the pieces start to come together, forming a new mosaic of self, values, and beliefs.
7. Positive Growth & Resilience​
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The summit of your journey, where the lessons learned crystalize into a stronger, more resilient sense of self, ready to face new horizons.
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The 7 Stages of the MBT Model at a Glance:
1.
Initial Shock & Ego Injury
The ground zero of betrayal, where disbelief & hurt echo the question, "How could this happen?"
4.
Competitiveness & Jealousy
Here, the urge to "win" surfaces, driven by a need to reclaim lost pride and stand tall amidst the ruins.
7.
Positive Growth & Resilience
The summit of your journey, where the lessons learned crystalize into a stronger, more resilient sense of self, ready to face new horizons.
2.
Questioning Self-Worth
The stage where the mirror cracks, reflecting doubts about your attractiveness, capabilities, and value as a partner.
5.
Withdraw & Isolation
The retreat into the shell, where silence seems safer, and the world outside feels too harsh to face.
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Anger & Projection
The tempest phase, where anger becomes the shield and the sword, defending a wounded ego and seeking an outlet.
6.
Rebuilding & Transformation
The turning point, where the pieces start to come together, forming a new mosaic of self, values, and beliefs.