So my wife is about to go on a trip to visit her dad and brother.
I read in the DB book that talking with friends and family is not helpful to saving a marriage because they only get one side of the story and of course they want to support her.
I am thinking it might not hurt if I just send a short letter to them before she goes. It would be short and to the point, just acknowledging what is happening, saying I love my W, I've identified some issues that contributed to her feeling neglected and I'm working very hard on myself, and that I love them too.
I just think if I do nothing, it's going to be all her side of the story and they're going to be supporting her and telling her it was a good idea and soforth.