@alex_r38, your words speak to something a lot of people overlook—the silent damage of suspicion. Rebuilding trust is possible, but it doesn’t happen by pretending nothing changed or demanding instant forgiveness. It starts with real, sometimes raw conversations about what led to the secrecy and how both of you felt in those moments. There’s no shortcut, but being honest about your fears and hopes, and truly listening to each other, can create a new foundation. Trust won’t look exactly the same, but it can be stronger if you both choose to keep showing up, even when it’s uncomfortable.