The therapist thought an emotional drainage session would not work as wife has no respect for me, leaving no useful point of departure to start from once emotions are drained. Rather, he suggested that being assertive 1000x in a row might restore some respect.
I have been reading about nvc and this seems an honest and caring way to communicate, and one that fits my non-confrontational style. Perhaps empathy will penetrate and reestablish some link.
I told w that I was taking d16 out to a dance show. W did not like this, but aside from an irritated face when we had to leave for the show, no problem. I got what I wanted, yes.
W may not be here this weekend due to an association mtg she is going to. It will be good to spend time with daughter.
