Re: How can I help my cousin deal with her husband's affair
PCG - This guy does not deserve her. My aunt and uncle are going crazy with worry and wishing they hadn't agreed to this marriage. Not entirely their fault though- my cuz was hell-bent on marrying him and his family seemed pretty decent initially. The dad's affair was a major red flag but my cousin convinced her parents that they shouldn't judge a son by his father's actions.
And you're right, he'll probably be married within a few months if they get a divorce. They are big shots in the town where they live and potential-rishta seekers will queue up outside their place. It ain't fair!
Anyway I don't care what he does, good riddance to him. But I can see that it's going to be a tough tough time for my cousin.
How can I help my cousin deal with her husband's affair
There has to be internal issues that are making her wait his affairs out. Perhaps a counselor who can help work on her insecurities issues can make her see that she is living in an unstable marriage where both people aren't happy. The mil went thru it and honestly there are people who live thru horrible situation, overcome it and vow not to let anyone go thru it and there are those who want others to suffer just like they did for the sake of closure and the mil seems to fit the latter. I don't think this girl would end the marriage until she sees how she is the one who is suffering.
Re: How can I help my cousin deal with her husband's affair
^^ Yes, that's a good idea. Perhaps she will be more receptive to listening to a counselor than someone in the family