When you’re a man, being cheated on tends to go one of two ways…
Either you let the experience destroy you, shattering your faith in the opposite sex altogether and turning you into an untrusting, insecure, and emotionally damaged man…
Or you find the inner strength to turn your pain into power. Rather than let the experience get the best of you, you use it to emerge as a stronger, more grounded, and more resilient man than you were before.
Today, we’re going to talk about how to move on from a cheating partner in the hopes that it will help you turn into the latter and not the former.
After all, nine times out of ten, when you encounter a man who has real, deep, and lasting emotional strength, you’ll find out that he has been cheated on in the past.
The difference between these gentlemen and the 99% of men out there who run away with their tails between their legs is their mindset.
If you think that being cheated on is the worst thing that ever happened to you, it will be the worst thing that ever happened to you. Oppositely, if you look at it like what it is: a test that you need to overcome to emerge stronger on the other side, that’s exactly what will happen.
And look, I get it. I’ve been there. I know how it feels to have your heart ripped out of your chest. Back in 2013, after spending years in a long-term relationship with a girl I was going to marry, I was abruptly dumped.
Was it a transformative experience that instantly strengthened me as a man? Of course, it wasn’t. But with time, I got over it—and then I got to work.
Over the next ten years, I transformed myself into the person that I am today. I didn’t let the situation get the best of me. I decided to throw everything I had into transforming myself. My single mission was discovering and decoding the secrets of the happiest and most successful men on the planet.
The result? I became one of those men, and now I am in the privileged position of being able to help other men transform themselves into the best versions of themselves.
So, if you’ve just been cheated on, remember that you are not alone. And if you’re sitting here reading this, reeling from an emotional pain that is so intense you legitimately feel like something inside you has died, I just want to let you know that I get it. I get it, my team of coaches gets it, and we can provide you with the support you need to get through it.
And not only will you “get through it,” you’ll actually be thankful it happened in the first place. Because, as any man who’s been cheated on will tell you, after you get over true heartbreak, it feels like you’ll be able to get over anything.
So, if you’re ready to get started, here are seven ways to help you move on from an unfaithful partner.
1. Shatter the rearview mirror and leave the past where it belongs
Look, when your life abruptly changes before your eyes, it’s natural to start reminiscing about better days. After being cheated on, a man will often start dwelling on the past, thinking about all the good times he once had with his partner.
This often leads to sadness, substance abuse, depression, and a whole range of negative emotions. And to a certain extent, this will be unavoidable, but it’s important not to allow yourself to get trapped in the past.
All of us, no matter how strong we may be, need a moment every now and then, but you have to muster the resilience to not dwell on the past.
Think of it this way: the past is a place for reference, not a permanent residence.
Look, it’s a natural reflex to toss those rose-colored glasses on and replay the good ol’ days. The ones filled with laughter, late-night talks, good sex, and a dozen other damn good memories. And it’s a hell of a lot easier than focusing on the knife in your back, right?
But here’s the thing: those nostalgic strolls down memory lane are traps. They’re quicksand. And they’ll suck you into a pit of misery if you’re not careful. Trust me on this; it’s not a place you want to unpack and live in.
Yes, the past had its moments, but the past also contributed to your current situation. The good times were real, but so was the sting of your current betrayal.
You might be tempted to paint over the ugly parts and idealize the whole saga, but let’s not bullshit ourselves here. There were ugly times there too. I never even met you, my reader, and I know that to be true.
Because if it wasn’t, this would have never happened in the first place.
The goal isn’t to become a bitter and hardened soul, but to see the whole picture, to face the truth head-on. The past isn’t for rewriting, it’s for learning.
Instead of looking at the cheating as a disaster, think of it as a wake-up call—an opportunity to shed your old skin and come out stronger, tougher, and more resilient.
And let’s get one thing straight: you’re not about to forget what happened. I love these guys who tell other men to “just get over it,” as if the human mind can just delete the unpleasant parts it would rather forget.
Horseshit. Sorry to break it to you, but this is something you’re going to be living with for quite a while.
But you sure as hell aren’t going to let yourself be shackled by this, either. Acknowledge the truth and accept that there’s no going back. The past can’t be changed, but your view of it sure can be.
Keep the past in the rearview and resolve not to let it define you. Your whole damn future is waiting for you, with new experiences and relationships just waiting to be forged. It’s up to you to make sure the best version of yourself is the one at the wheel.
2. Accept your anger and use your emotions to grow
How many times have you seen a man who’s been cheated on try and attack the man that his partner was seeing? Honestly, I’ve never understood this, and putting all our masculine instincts aside for a moment, if you stop and think about it, getting upset at this guy—whoever the hell he is—just isn’t very logical.
First of all, you have no idea who this man is or what he’s been told. For all you know, he might think your wife or girlfriend was single the entire time. He might have even been told that you are the problem of the relationship and that he’s doing the noble thing by saving her from you.
If the man kidnapped your partner or forced her to do something she genuinely didn’t want to do, that’s one thing, but chances are she was completely complicit in the whole thing. So if you’re going to get mad at anyone, make sure you get mad at the person responsible.
Getting angry at this dude or starting a fight with him isn’t going to do you any favors. If your instincts are telling you to punch him in the face, that’s completely understandable, but that doesn’t mean that’s the most pragmatic choice of action.
I don’t even care if the cheating partner is your best friend. There’s just no point in dwelling on it. Look at it this way: you got a two-for-one deal, and now you have two fewer negative people in your life.
If you want to channel your energy somewhere, channel it inward. Use that fury as a catalyst for positive change. No one is telling you to be a saint or that you have to play nice, but it’s important to recognize that some battles aren’t even worth fighting.
The real strength comes from not letting someone else’s actions define you or your reactions. If you get angry, all you’re doing is letting your emotions be manipulated by someone who didn’t respect you enough to remain faithful.
If nothing else, understand this: the anger you’re feeling is power; it’s raw, untapped energy that you can harness to empower yourself, not to get into an unnecessary skirmish.
Be the alpha; be the man in control of his emotions, not the one reacting blindly to them. Remember, the best revenge isn’t a punch—it’s elevating yourself to the point that you’re above people like this.
3. Sharpen your lens to recognize red flags in future partners
Our history, regardless of how painful it may have been, is always our greatest teacher. The experiences we’ve lived through, especially the most devastating ones, shape us, mold us, and equip us with the tools to face future challenges head-on.
Of course, this holds especially true when you’ve been cheated on. If you’re smart, you use this as an opportunity to better equip yourself to detect and understand red flags in the future.
Remember what we discussed in the first section? How your rearview mirror might be tinted, painting a distorted picture of your past? It’s time to shatter that illusion and look at the past objectively.
Don’t kick yourself for what you could have, should have, or would have done. That’s a rabbit hole you don’t want to fall into. Instead, use your past experience as a lesson.
What signs did you overlook?
Were there patterns of behavior that should have set off alarm bells but that you instead turned a blind eye to?
Did she grow distant? Start picking fights over inconsequential matters? Maybe she stopped sharing her day-to-day experiences with you or showed a sudden change in her routine. Was there a veil of secrecy over her phone, or did she start mentioning a new ‘friend’ a bit too often?
Take a mental note of these signs and do your best to learn from them.
But you have to understand one thing. It’s not about becoming a paranoid detective in your next relationship; it’s about being aware, understanding human behavior, and recognizing the early signs of potential issues.
Remember, your mission isn’t to build a fortress around yourself. If you do that, any future romantic relationships you have will be doomed from the start.
What you need to do is create an intelligent defense system that knows who to let in and who to keep out. It’s about developing an eagle’s eye that can spot a rat in sheep’s clothing.
Your past can be a powerful weapon if you use it wisely. Recognize the red flags, understand their implications, and you’ll be less likely to fall into the same trap again.
Pain, once debilitating, can quickly transform into power. And with that power, you’ll be able to steer clear of unworthy partners and navigate your ship toward a partner that truly honors and respects you.
4. Embrace the infinite possibilities of romance, lose the scarcity mindset, and embrace abundance
Ever seen one of those intense wildlife documentaries? You know, where a pack of lions descends on a buffalo, tearing at each other, each fighting for a single bite.
This is the very picture of scarcity—a desperate battle where survival hinges on who can claw out their little portion first. The fact that we can even realize this is exactly what makes humans different than the rest of the creatures on this planet.
Thankfully, you are not a lion in a death match on the Serengeti. You’re a man navigating a world chock full of opportunity. And when it comes to romance, one of the single best things you can do is upgrade your mindset.
There are over 3.5 billion women in this world. Take a moment and seriously consider that number because, for most of us, it defies comprehension. The average human meets around 80,000 people in the course of their lives.
That’s already a lot, and that’s without even devoting your time and energy to finding a romantic partner. And among them? Stunning, brilliant, kick-ass women who’re just waiting for a guy like you to walk into their lives.
Doubting your attractiveness, wit, or charm? Do you find yourself at a loss for words anytime you’re in the presence of an extremely attractive woman?
It’s time to muzzle that sneaky voice of self-doubt because that is what’s keeping you on the sidelines, stuck in your own head.
And if you hear one thing throughout the course of reading this, let this be it: you’ve got the power to shut that negativity down for good.
If you learn how to trade the scarcity mindset in for the abundance mindset, you’ll recognize your own worth and accept that countless women out there would fall head over heels for you.
And I won’t sugarcoat it—getting to that point requires work. But is it impossible? Not by a long shot. All it takes is a shift in perspective and a commitment to stepping up your game.
That’s where my squad of coaches and I come into action. We’ve made it our mission to help guys like you smash those self-imposed barriers and morph into the best, most badass versions of yourselves.
Read this sentence and then close your eyes and actually imagine it. You are no longer the type of man that goes chasing after women but are now the type that has women chasing after him.
What does this new you look like? What clothes does he wear? What car does he drive? What tax bracket does he fall in? Is he in better shape than you are now?
Whatever the answers to those questions are, get clear on that image and take ownership of it. Get it out of your head and make it a reality.
And if you need help getting there, let us be your guides on your epic journey of self-transformation. Say ‘fuck you’ to scarcity and usher in the age of abundance. Then watch as your love life explodes in ways you’ve never dared to dream.
5. Seize the present, learn from your mistakes, and do better next time
You’ve probably heard this one before: the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over but expecting different results. Despite this, I am always shocked to see that many men will get cheated on just to go right back out there and make the same mistake again.
Granted, it isn’t always easy to recognize the patterns when it comes to the women you date. First off, people have a tendency of putting up a façade around their partners to hide their true colors.
Recognizing these patterns is a topic for another post entirely, but you need to do whatever you can to make your next relationship different. The only difference between guys who go through their lives miserable and those who find the love of their lives is that the latter decided to change their own narratives.
If you view this moment as a golden opportunity to make a change for the better, break free from the patterns of failure, and write a new story, that’s exactly what will happen.
Of course, if you let the whole situation pull you down, you’ll be chained by the experience forever. Yes, you got cheated on. And yes, it probably hurt like hell. But here’s the cold hard truth of the matter: this same exact thing has happened to millions of men, and no matter what you think or feel at this moment, your situation is no different from anyone else.
The only thing that separates the winners from the losers is that the winners make a conscious decision to face their problems head-on.
Look on the bright side, you’re now in uncharted territory when it comes to personal growth and happiness. And this may just be the single best opportunity to pursue the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.
I’ve been a professional coach for quite a while now, and let me tell you, I’ve seen some truly incredible transformations. I’ve seen men who had absolutely no self-confidence or self-worth do complete 180s, embrace their inner alphas, and take control of their lives.
Everything about them changed. Their careers. Their net worth. Their social circles. And, most importantly, the quality of women they started to date.
And here’s what you have to understand: everything you’re going through at this moment, all the negative emotions, the anger, the sadness, the self-loathing—all of that will be nothing more than a distant memory in the long run.
You will be so far above this relationship failure that it won’t even matter. You’ll be completely reborn and ready to conquer anything that life throws your way.
But you have to put in the work. Our coaching program is designed precisely for this purpose. We arm you with the tools you need to ensure you thrive in all future relationships and make the most of the opportunities life presents to you.
6. Rally the support of your tribe and strengthen your bonds
When a relationship ends, especially when it ends by betrayal, it feels like you’re standing in the epicenter of a disaster. All the familiar structures of your life are gone, and you’re left wallowing in your own despair.
I know that, for lots of men, this isolation provides a certain degree of comfort. At the same time, no man can stand on his own all the time, and this isn’t a battle that you have to fight all by yourself.
Swallowing your pride and asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it’s a testament to your courage. It’s a declaration that you value yourself enough to seek solace and support.
And I can promise you there’s probably a legion of friends and family ready to stand by you, lend you a sympathetic ear, or simply distract you from the pain.
When you’re doubting your worth, they’re ready to remind you of the strong, resilient man you truly are. They might not be able to put together the pieces of your shattered heart, but they can certainly hold your hand as you navigate through the shards.
And if you truly have no one to turn to, turn to us. Don’t underestimate the power of support groups. Speaking with others who are in the same boat can be incredibly healing.
You’ll realize that you’re not alone, that others have navigated these treacherous waters and emerged stronger and wiser.
This is where professional coaching plays an integral part. As coaches, we offer more than just sympathetic ears—we provide tools, strategies, and the insight you need to transform this pain into a launching pad for personal growth.
Take this as your sign. Lean on your tribe, rally their support, and then, when you’re ready, take that decisive step to transform yourself. My team of coaches and I are here, waiting to embark on this journey of transformation with you.
7. Take solace in the fact that if you overcome this, you can overcome anything
Remember the man you were when you first discovered the infidelity? You were broken, shattered, and lost.
When you get through this—and you will get through this—look at the reflection in the mirror. You’ll see a survivor who, despite the wreckage, rose from the ashes. You’ve stared down the barrel of heartbreak, felt its biting cold, and emerged stronger on the other side.
As I said at the beginning, you can either let these situations destroy you or empower you. This very experience might turn out to be what unlocks your superpower—I know that failed relationships were certainly what helped me unlock mine.
Once you’ve proven to yourself that you can take these missteps and use them to leverage your pain and push you forward, nothing will be able to stop you.
As difficult as it may be right now, do your best to embrace your newfound strength.
In the end, you’ll see that this journey—as much as it sucked—was a catalyst. One that can help light a fire under your ass, unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
What type of man are you?
In the end, it’s your decision and your decision alone on how you’re going to let this experience affect you.
If you want this to serve as your crucible, your trial by fire, your test to emerge stronger and more empowered than ever before, then it can be.
And if you need a little help to see it that way, my team and I are ready to guide you along the way. We can stand by your side, listen, and use our decades of collective experience to push you toward becoming the best version of yourself.
But you have to be truly ready to transform your pain into power. If you come to us looking for an easy solution to this problem, just go somewhere else. This is a serious coaching program run by serious men who expect you to take it seriously. In other words, you have to put in the work.
If you can put in the work, a world of opportunity will open up to you.
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