but our home cultures are negligible in their differences.
One point that hit home for me in the DR book was 'Have a beginner's mindset'. From personal experience, I have seen how even an American-Canadian couple have had significant issues arise from 'minor' cultural differences even though they both believed it was a non-issue initially. I am not saying that this is the case for you but if you haven't, and if MC thinks it is wise, it may be worthwhile exploring this with your H in MC. The worst that could happen is that you will confirm it really is a non-issue.
Originally Posted By: Meghan
Until recently, he rarely left the apartment without me (now he often goes for long walks alone). He’s not very social to start with and doesn’t really like coming to work or friend get-togethers with me. I’ve taken him to groups and conferences to meet people with similar interests, but nothing really came of it. Part of the blow was that he realized that his old friends from home weren’t really in touch with him. Often it takes weeks if not months for them to email him back.
IMO, he has to deal with this on his own-making friends/coming out of his shell. The best you can do is to be as supportive as you can (with the exception of it crossing any boundaries you don't feel comfortable about). He has his own journey to go through to hopefully realize that ultimately he is the one responsible for his own happiness.
