Just curious, how many here have a problem getting their SO to discuss relationship issues? I have had and continue to have a very difficult time getting my W to listen. I am careful not to come across as hostile or demanding, and that I'm just trying to tell her how I feel. I even preface the convo with the statement that I don't expect anything from her, just an open ear.
One thing that may be influencing this is my W uses me like an emotional tampon, she unloads on me daily and I provide the reassurance and guidance on the things she is troubled about. But I don't normally do this to her. If I try, she either gets pissed off or acts like a deer in the headlights and changes the subject.
This is very frustrating, it shuts the whole communication process down before it even gets started. I just don't get it.
