Ken Fremont-Smith, MAC, LMHC

Don't let resentment turn your partner into the defendant in your relationship

When your desires are in conflict, reconsider what you both really need.

You may not even be aware of how you are acting or speaking out of contempt—often it can feel like you are being genuine. Dr. John Gottman realized there needs to be a path that leads to a culture of appreciation, and that is by expressing your feelings and longings.