by Marianne Marlow, MA, LMHC | Dec 16, 2022 | Balance, First Responders, Relationship
My spouse tells me that they feel underappreciated because I am “never here.” These words push the wrong buttons and make me feel cranky. If I was never here at work, my partner wouldn’t have all those nice things. Do I really need to find a work-life balance? It...
by Marianne Marlow, MA, LMHC | Oct 14, 2022 | Conflict, Marriage, Mental Health, Relationship
My partner is overly critical, especially about how I cook and clean. I am unsure if I can live like this forever, their nitpicking is chipping away at my self-esteem. Romantic relationships typically start off with people that are on their best behavior. As a couple...