Before we get started, just a quick note to say that some of the names in this podcast have been changed to protect their identities.

But the stories you are about to hear are very real indeed. Please check the episode show notes for trigger warnings as listener discretion is advised.

Welcome to the Affair Podcast. I'm Anna Williamson. Now, if you don't know me, I'm a relationship

therapist, coach and TV personality. Now, this podcast will unveil the secrets behind modern

day affairs as we explore everything from emotional affairs to rebuilding trust after betrayal.

One in five people have admitted

to having an affair. But it's a topic that rarely explored and remains taboo because it sparks

such powerful emotions and judgments. Each episode features a different real-life affair story

told by the people involved and offers insights into the emotions, causes and

consequences of infidelity in today's world. From the motivations behind affairs to the impact

on relationships, we'll uncover the raw truth behind one of the most painful aspects of

human relationships. So without further ado, let's meet today's guest. Welcome into my little

affair therapy room. The lovely Sophie. How are you, Sophie? I'm good. Thank you. How are you?

Very, very well. And I mean, you are, I'm just going to start this by saying you're an absolute

superhero because you have a newborn.

How you're even sitting here functioning, I am in awe.

Second baby, isn't it?

It is, yeah.

And I'm so genuinely so delighted to welcome you onto the podcast today, Sophie, because your story, I think, is a really interesting story that is potentially

going to throw up lots of emotive themes around infidelity. So if you don't mind, let's unpack.

Okay, so where to begin?

Typically an affair is a triangle.

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