Hi! !’m writing in regards to my husband (41M) & I (38F) of 10 years. Blended family. Different upbringings. Doing our best which we hope is enough. Our kids are great – there’s no problem there. It’s us. Communication is terrible at times, to say the least. I have my faults, yes, but dealing with someone with narcissistic tendencies is a heavy load to bear. The deflecting
every.dang.conversation. The lack of empathy he shows towards me. The passive aggressiveness. It’s a lot. l’m exhausted.
We’ve tried individual counseling & could absolutely benefit from marriage counseling, but what to do in the meantime? How can you help someone see the real you when it seems as if they try their hardest not to?
TDLR: Highly sensitive & boundary setting wife not easily resolving issues with an emotionally disconnected husband.