Of the many topics
discussed in Hillary Clinton’s new book, the one that has gained the
most attention is the Clinton-Lewinsky affair. Infidelity expert
Ruth Houston explains why:
"The
Clinton-Lewinsky affair is a major point of interest because
infidelity has reached epidemic proportions. It now affects 80% of
all marriages," says Ms Houston, author of “Is He Cheating on You? –
829 Telltale Signs. "Women with cheating husbands identify with
Mrs. Clinton and feel they can learn from her experience."
Ms. Houston, who was
once a victim of infidelity herself, says, "There are nuggets of
information on surviving infidelity scattered throughout Mrs.
Clinton’s book. I found at least a dozen insights on infidelity
that women who are struggling with this issue can apply to their own
personal situations." Insights such as:
- Infidelity doesn’t necessarily
mean the end of the marriage.
- The guilty party must come clean
and own up to what was done before the healing process can begin.
- The couple must address the
underlying issues that may have led to the affair.
- Both parties must be equally
committed to rebuilding the marriage.
- Counseling can help the couple
come to terms with the affair.
- The healing process takes time;
both parties must be patient.
"Living History"
is a surprisingly rich source of information on surviving an affair,"
says Ms. Houston. "Many women see Mrs. Clinton as a role model for
wives facing similar marital problems."
Her candid account of the Lewinsky affair provides answers to many of
the questions in women’s minds: