In conflict situations, emotional and physical boundaries set the tone for how conflict will be handled, and even when/how conflict will arise. For some, a lack of boundaries creates contact that is more intrusive than intimate; for others, too many boundaries create alienation and distrust between partners. We often hear from clients that the boundaries [...]
When women out of fear deny what they are experiencing under an emotionally abusive husband, they help perpetuate this behavior. It is not helping to “keep the marriage going,” but is creating permission for abuse.
By neilwarner
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Also posted in Emotional Abuse, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationships
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Tagged abuse, aggression, angry husband, Cold Shoulder, conflict, confrontation, critique, domestic violence, Emotional Abuse, fight, forgiveness, frustration, humiliation, loneliness, negative emotions, rejection
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Much of the conflict in our lives begins when we feel that we are suffering (either alone or at the hands of those we’re in conflict with).Brian Lynch, M.D., has shared his thoughts on suffering and how we can see it in a different way. This helps tremendously when trying to create more peace and [...]
By alfaprima
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Also posted in Healthy Marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair, Relationships
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Tagged abuse, anger, appreciation, conflict resolution, Emotional Abuse, emotions, frustration, hidden anger, humiliation, passive aggression, peace, repressed anger
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According to a new research study conducted by the American Psychological Society, men and women have different criteria for feeling happy in a relationship. Yeah, shocker, right? However, the criteria this particular study found is interesting, and could help you understand better what your partner needs from you during conflict. Couples were brought in and [...]
By alfaprima
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Also posted in Healthy Marriage, Marriage and Communications, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationships
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Tagged anger, angry husband, attitude change, communication, conflict resolution, domestic violence, empathy, feelings, frustration, happiness, Healthy Marriage, healthy relationships, identification, love, positive emotions
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March 12, 2012 – 12:05 pm
How under each decision our emotions are hiding, looking for satisfaction first, and then we get to rationalize our decision.
By Nora Femenia
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Also posted in Anger Management, Healthy Marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationships
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Tagged appreciation, attitude change, emotional decision-making, emotions, feelings, healthy relationships, negative emotions, reconciliation, resilience, Self-Esteem
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