Kevin talks about leaving his family


Nov 13, 2025

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"It makes me feel bad that I didn't spend one-on-one time with [my children] all these years. But now I'm going to be gone and I can't do it anymore, and I feel bad about that."

—Kevin

I’ve just released the first episode of a very unusual podcast series, one built around real conversations with “Kevin” during the three years after he left his family for his affair partner. As the story unfolds, with both the expected bumps and a few surprises, you’ll hear what it was actually like to live inside that decision, moment by moment.

This series offers a rare window into one man’s attempt to follow a difficult, unpopular path and somehow make it work. There’s no agenda here—just an honest, unvarnished account of a choice and the struggle that followed, wherever it happened to lead.

The "Kevin Leaves" Series

Real Change after Betrayal: What Pushes Us from Intention to Transformation?

Real change isn’t a single decision. It’s a slow transformation born out of humility, honesty, and hope, especially after betrayal.

What Else Is New...

  • Rising Phoenix: The Weight of What Wasn't Said
    After her husband’s affair, “Rising Phoenix” struggles with the intrusions of the AP, and tries to put the pieces of the puzzle together.
  • Video: The Pain of Leaving
    A short video presentation from comments made in the first "Kevin Leaves" podcast.
  • Post: Forgiveness in Aisle Seven
    A chance encounter in the frozen food aisle brings two separated spouses together for the first time since betrayal. Their awkward exchange demonstrates how forgiveness often begins in small, ordinary moments.

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