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It sounds like you and your wife have different expectations from the marriage, which is causing frequent conflicts and emotional distance. Your frustration and her feeling of disrespect are signs that both of you are not feeling heard or valued in the relationship. Avoiding arguments by stopping communication may temporarily prevent fights, but in the long run, it creates more emotional distance and resentment.
To rebuild understanding and intimacy, you both need to work on effective communication and mutual compromise. Instead of focusing on what she is not doing, try expressing your needs in a non-blaming, open manner. For example, instead of saying “You don’t care for my parents,” say “It would mean a lot to me if you showed warmth towards my parents, just like you do with our child.” Similarly, discuss intimacy issues openly—make sure both of you feel comfortable and emotionally connected, as physical attraction often comes from emotional closeness.
Since she finds it difficult to understand your perspective, a marriage counselor can help mediate these discussions and create a healthy balance in your expectations. If you want to take online therapy sessions, connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five. Therapy can help both of you rebuild trust, improve communication, and strengthen your marriage.
Answered2025-03-04 08:21:21
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