"she see anyone on her own? If she has her own fears and vulnerabilities, disclosing them in front of you may be too scary. She may do better one-on-one with a counselor, possibly a female counselor."
I have considered suggesting that she go see our MC alone sometimes (the MC is the first person I began seeing when my depression got really bad). Thoughts?
"Since you may not receive the support from your wife, I would not assume it is intentional."
I do know that intuitively, but thanks for the verbal warning. Besides, it defeats the purpose of a gift if you only give it expecting something in return.
"Just because she knows “everything” does not mean she is capable of doing anything with that information."
A good point. I'm hoping that when the time is right, the W and I can share some books or online reading or whatever and create a more concrete plan of action to build/maintain our EC. She is just still way too tired with the newborn to really focus much. Although I do have good news. The newborn slept through the night last night!!!! Woo Hoo!!!! Sleep may be returning soon. And when you are rested, you are more physically able to ... well, you know.
"Recollect me darlin, raise me to your lips, two undernourished egos, four rotating hips"
