How to Fix Resentment In Your Relationship

Nikki
Aug 5
1 min read

Resentment can blow through your relationship like a tornado, leaving a path of anger, envy, irritation, or exasperation in its' wake.

What once started as a minor scratch, is now an emotional scar. A new layer is added every time your deeper needs are ignored, dismissed, or unmet.

You may remember when you effortlessly connected with each other, lovingly accommodated each other's needs, and willingly offered a helping hand.

But now, your mind is occupied by thoughts like:

"I do everything around the house. I wish, just once, they would...."
"Why do I always pay for things we do when I make less money?"
"Why does our life revolve around their schedule? I have priorities too."

These thoughts start blowing at 2 mph, but can quickly escalate to gale-force winds.

Here are Some Ways to Fix Resentment in Your Relationship:

Resentment thrives in silence so make time for emotional check-ins with your partner.

Resentment stems from feeling overburdened or unappreciated so ask your partner to share one or two responsibilities to make you feel more supported.

Resentment is often rooted in past, unhealed wounds. Remember those activities you two used to do that fostered intimacy? Add them back to the calendar, or find new ones, to do on a regular basis.

These are just a few ways you can transform resentment into relationship magic.

Learning how to fix resentment in your relationship requires radical honesty, emotional courage, and Living Bravely coaching that helps you transform pain into love and deeper connection.