I continue to practice the concepts from "The Passionate Marriage." It's about learning to be close to someone while holdling onto oneself. It points out how my means of soothing myself was to maintain distance, and we know the problems that causes in a M. I've begun breaking that longstanding pattern. We seem to be getting along for the most part.
The next step is "Hugging While Relaxed." I'm not a hugger in general and probably hold a hug for about a second with people. He recommends increasing the duration of hugs with one's spouse and others. This will pave the way for improved sex.
I've resumed church attendance this year. I've been exploring Christian spirituality. I consider seeking God as helping me to aspire to be the finest version of who I can be on a daily basis.
My W and I have been visiting the downtown farmer's market weekly, which has improved both of our moods. My W cooks more often, and the refrigerator is more often filled with an array of food.
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CL 53 W 54 M 20 yrs. 03'-09' Separation + Old Patterns + GAL 10-14' Piecing
"The Master allows things to happen. She shapes events as they come."
