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Relationships are complicated things. Adding another person (or more) to the mix, even if temporarily, takes time to process. You’re partner will need to dissect the things that they learn in this conversation. Give them time to do this without pressuring them. When you have the “I cheated talk” you may have a certain outcome in mind. Your partner may feel differently, and that’s okay. You have to allow your partner to decide for themselves how they will react to your cheating. You can only be honest, you cannot decide how your honesty is received. Keep in mind that your partner does NOT have the right to react violently or to abuse you because of your cheating. If you wish to continue the relationship and your partner needs time to process, you should be there when they are ready to talk. If your partner needs you to be attentive, do it. Treat your partner like you do genuinely want to continue the relationship and that you do regret the cheating. All too often we allow ourselves to project our guilt onto other people. If you have cheated on your partner, you’ll likely feel insecure thinking that they will now do the same to you. Do not accuse your partner of anything without good (really good) reason. They should not be the victim of your self-inflicted guilt.
Allow your partner time to process. Do not attempt to control your partner’s reaction. Be there when your partner needs you. Trust your partner.