In this episode, Lora dives into the fragile male ego and its impact on navigating relationships affected by infidelity. She shares insights on societal expectations and upbringing that contribute to men hiding their pain and emotions and shares the signs of a fragile ego. Additionally, she explains why the affair partner likely suffered from a fragile ego, and talks about the difference between having your ego take a hit because of a difficult circumstance, and living with a chronically fragile ego. Top Take-a-Ways Understanding the fragility of the male ego is essential for building deeper connections and fostering healthy relationships, especially after betrayal. Recognizing the unique challenges men face in expressing their emotions is a crucial step toward your own healing. Why “like attracts like” and those with fragile (and artificially overinflated) egos tend to attract each other, creating and perpetuating a false world and relationship. Tips for strengthening and supporting your own ego, which may have taken a hit after learning about your partner’s infidelity. Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Author, speaker and Burnout & Betrayal Recovery Coach, Lora Cheadle help women rebuild their identity and self-worth so they can find the courage to claim what’s possible on the other side of betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  Submit a Comm