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      Daisy82
      Participant

      Hi,

      I’m new and struggling to work things out, really need another opinion.

      My partner and I only argue really about one thing- time with my family. I’ve been having counselling with a focus on me being more assertive. This has been going well but not always, especially when I am taken by surprise. My partner had admitted he is ‘harsh’ with me when I am not listening to him. when I say harsh, I mean aggressive tone if voice, raised voice; intimidating! When he says not listening what he really means is not doing what he wants.

      My counsellor thinks he is autistic and has a need to be in control. Haven’t managed to tackle that subject yet!

      Either way, he is increasingly nasty about my family and complaints so much about seeing them, and wants that time reduced, whether or not he is with me when I see them. Throw into the mix our young son and  a family member with a very serious life limiting condition and I feel stuck.

       

    • #176536
      Daisy82
      Participant

      Please! sorry, typing too fast to get it out and dropped my manners sorry!

    • #176560
      Lisa
      Main Moderator

      Hi Daisy82,

      Thank you for your post and welcome to the forum. I hope you find the forum a safe and supportive place to be with others who understand.

      If you feel like you are in need of some additional support, you could chat to a Women’s Aid worker in confidence via our Live Chat service. They won’t tell you what to do, but can discuss your situation and signpost you to other support that’s relevant for you. You can access the chat service here.

      Do keep posting to let us know how you’re getting on.

      Best wishes,

      Lisa
      Forum Moderator

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