I struggled with the wording to the title. Basically, I am curious how many people truly hold nothing back from their spouse. You share everything with them...good, bad, ugly from the most mundane to your corniest jokes to your deepest fears.
If you don't, please share why and what about being this vulnerable with your spouse makes you uncomfortable? Did they do/say something to you that makes you second guess talking to them about certain things? Or are you largely that way with everyone?
Are there any of you who find that you are happier, more carefree and less stressed when you are away from your spouse? If so, do you know why that is? Is there anything that your spouse could do or not do to provide a happier/safer environment for you, or is it destined to always be that way?
I hope that's not too vague of a question. I can provide some examples that relate to my marriage if needed, but just wanted to poll the audience really.
I am particularly interested in men who withdraw from their wives, and why they do it. I have read a lot about a mans "shame" dynamic and I am curious if there is a certain reason your wife in particular brings out this reaction in you, or if your like that in every close relationship you have.
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If you don't, please share why and what about being this vulnerable with your spouse makes you uncomfortable? Did they do/say something to you that makes you second guess talking to them about certain things? Or are you largely that way with everyone?
Are there any of you who find that you are happier, more carefree and less stressed when you are away from your spouse? If so, do you know why that is? Is there anything that your spouse could do or not do to provide a happier/safer environment for you, or is it destined to always be that way?
I hope that's not too vague of a question. I can provide some examples that relate to my marriage if needed, but just wanted to poll the audience really.
I am particularly interested in men who withdraw from their wives, and why they do it. I have read a lot about a mans "shame" dynamic and I am curious if there is a certain reason your wife in particular brings out this reaction in you, or if your like that in every close relationship you have.
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