I hear from women all the time about how badly they want to have a good romantic relationship. They want to feel close to their partner, do fun things together and have interesting conversations and feel emotionally supported by their partner. Most women tell me the reason they don’t have these things is because…well, it’s […]
Resentment In Relationships: Are Others To Blame For Your Resentment?
Resentments creep up in relationships all the time. You’re resentful that your partner works all the time. You’re resentful that your boss gave your co-worker a raise, but not you. You feel resentment at your parents for the way they raised you and now expect you to take care of them. You’re resentful that your […]
RESENTMENT AND RELATIONSHIPS: WHAT THAT RESENTMENT COULD BE TELLING YOU
Sally walked into my office, sat down and sighed, “I’m so resentful. It feels like I’m always angry, but I can’t figure out why.” She then proceeded to tell me: • Her husband had been out until 2 a.m. for the third weekend in a row. When she asked why he came home so late, […]