First Timer

[wolverine1997]

First, I want to say thanks for all of the great info. You all are right. I have to continue to get better at listening. The therapist said as much last night. I always thought that I was a good listener but I have always had a hard time "hearing" my wife. Her style of communication has been difficult for me. I think that I have gotten better but I need to get much better. And you all are right. I have to validate her more.

Her complaints were:
1. I did'nt help enough with our autistic son.
2. I spent too much time with my friends.
3. I was more concerned with maintaining a good family image than taking care of family needs.

But you all are right. I will work harder to do a 180 in this area.