- The behavior that damaged trust has stopped.
- The truth has been told without minimization.
- Reasonable questions are answered without punishment.
- Transparency expectations are clear.
- Devices, money, schedules, or accounts are no longer used for secrecy.
- The spouse who broke trust accepts a slower healing timeline.
- The wounded spouse names what safety requires.
- Weekly check-ins are scheduled.
- Outside help is considered if betrayal, addiction, abuse, or trauma is involved.