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In an Unhappy Marriage?

Unhappy Marriage?

Leave or Stay?

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Depressed About an Unhappy Marriage?

Are you afraid to leave an unhappy marriage? Are you staying for the kids or for other reasons? Are you trying to figure out what to do?

Many couples struggle in an unhappy marriage or relationship. A new baby definitely complicates your relationship and has a certain set of challenges. Some couples can work through these difficulties and other feel a new baby has only brought out the worst in the relationship and sometimes feelings change. And you’re not sure you can get your feelings back.

Having kids can also cause a lot of problems in a relationship and also make it more challenging to leave or divorce. Many people feel it can hurt their children if they get divorced and hurt their financial situation. Is staying always best for the kids? Maybe not.

What happens to some relationships after a child or children enter the picture is the relationship is put on the back burner. To feel like you are not a priority anymore in your marriage for an extended period of time can lead to a pretty big disconnect and unhappiness.

The truth is some people are raised by a parent that totally focuses on the children. Either it is a single parent household or someone that was conditioned to give the child or children most of the attention. It can feel wrong to do it any other way and sometimes frustrating to have your spouse want more attention. The result? The relationship suffers and over time a couple can get very disconnected. One person needing and wanting more attention, and the other not understanding why they just can’t put the children first. This can be a complicated issue.

Are you in an unhappy marriage and wonder what to do? Afraid to leave and can’t imagine staying? We are here to help if you are wondering what to do about an unhappy marriage.

 

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Get Indian Marriage Counseling

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Indian Marriage Counseling NJ

Family & Couples Therapy

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Looking for Indian marriage counseling in NJ

Are you looking for a therapist experienced with Indian marriage counseling? Searching for a therapist that can help you and your spouse sort through some relationship and family issues?

Does this sound familiar to you?

  • You’re unhappy in your marriage and need help with communication.
  • You struggle with your spouse’s family and the way they treat you.
  • You are in an arranged marriage and are not feeling happy and don’t know what to do.
  • You want to have a child or another child and your spouse is not ready and you argue frequently.
  • You are not sure you can work things out.

Do you feel stuck in a bad place and feel like it’s been difficult to improve communication in certain situations on your own?If you are in need of therapist experienced with Indian marriage counseling in New Jersey, Please get in touch. We are here to help and are very experienced working with Indian couples as well as mixed race couples.

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We can provide sessions in person or remotely using a video platform if that is easier. Our office is located in Maplewood near South Orange, Millburn, Springfield and Short Hills towns and is also a short drive from Westfiled, West Orange, Livingston, Roselle Park, Montclair. Have Questions? Get in touch,

Angry Tone Causing Issues?

Angry Tone Causing Issues?

Struggle With An Angry Tone in Your Relationship

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5 Problems With An Angry Tone

Have you ever felt angry over something? Have you noticed how your tone changes when you are angry? An angry tone can cause a lot of problems in our personal and professional relationships. In this article, we will discuss six problems that arise from an angry tone and how to deal with them.

  • Problem #1: Miscommunication

When we speak with an angry tone, our words may come out as aggressive or confrontational even if we didn’t mean it that way. This can lead to miscommunication and misunderstandings which can damage relationships and create unnecessary conflicts.

How to deal with it:

Be aware of your tone while communicating. Take a moment to calm yourself down before responding in anger. Practice actively listening and try to understand the other person’s perspective.

  • Problem #2: Intimidation

An angry tone can be intimidating and make others feel uncomfortable or even scared. This can create an unhealthy power dynamic in relationships where one person dominates over the other through fear.

How to deal with it:

Express your emotions in a calm and respectful manner. Avoid using aggressive language or body language that may come across as intimidating. Remember, effective communication involves mutual respect and understanding.

  • Problem #3: Lack of empathy

When we speak with an angry tone, we are often focused on our own emotions rather than considering how the other person feels. This lack of empathy can strain relationships and make it difficult to resolve conflicts.

How to deal with it:

Try to put yourself in the other person’s shoes and understand their perspective. Express your emotions while also acknowledging theirs. This can create a mutual understanding and pave the way for finding a solution together.

  • Problem #4: Negative impact on mental health

Constantly using an angry tone can take a toll on our mental health. It can lead to feelings of guilt, regret, and frustration which can manifest as anxiety or anger disorders over time.

How to deal with it:

Practice managing your anger by identifying triggers and finding healthy ways to cope with them. Seek professional help if needed.

  • Problem #5: Damage to personal relationships

An angry tone can cause damage to personal relationships, making it difficult to repair and rebuild trust. It can also create a toxic environment where conflicts are constantly brewing.

How to deal with it:

Make an effort to communicate in a calm and respectful manner. Practice forgiveness and learn effective conflict resolution skills. Remember that healthy communication is key for maintaining strong personal relationships. So, it is important to continuously work on improving how we express our emotions and communicate with others in order to cultivate positive and healthy relationships. This involves being aware of our own emotions, actively listening to others, showing empathy, and finding constructive ways to manage anger. With practice and effort, we can all become better communicators who contribute towards creating a more peaceful and harmonious world. Let’s start by managing our tone, one conversation at a time.

Angry Tone Causing Issues?

Are You Confused By How Upset Your Partner Gets?

Does your spouse or partner complain about your angry tone? Doe you feel you don’t even have a tone and get frustrated by your wife or husband’s complaints? Feel like you are not getting anywhere when you are trying to express how you feel?

Does this sound familiar?

  • Your partner gets very upset when they hear angry tone
  • It annoys your because you don’t fee you have a “tone”
  • You feel like it’s no big deal and normal to express yourself this way
  • You find it undbearable and put up a wall when this happens

So how can you both resolve this ongoing problem? You can find better ways to resolve conflict and become aware of your triggers. Sometimes one person grows up in a family where people are loud when they express one another and it feels normal. Sometimes the other partner grows up in a scary, abusive home and has a strong reaction to hearing something familiar (and upsetting).

One the other hand, one person may have grown up in a household where no one raised their voices, so hearing that from a spouse can feel scary and bad. The best way to start making important changes is to understand where these feelings come from so you can both understand (with compassion) what to do to improve your communication and become aware of your “tone”.

If you want help with issues related to angry tone, feel free to get in touch.

Relationship Mistakes

Relationship Mistakes

Common Relationship Mistakes

Affairs and Communication Problems
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Common Relationship Mistakes

There are several mistakes people make in their relationship. There are the big and obvious mistakes like betrayal and infidelity. This can range from emotional affairs, online cheating or physical and sexual infidelity.

These bigger relationship mistakes are much more challenging to heal and repair and many couples seek professional couples therapy to find to best ways to get through such a painful mistake.

Other relationship mistakes include name-calling, disrespect, inability to express and communicate  your anger, sadness and disappointment in healthy ways. Also neglecting your relationship by not making it a priority can cause serious disconnect and hurt.

Does this sounds familiar?

  • You turned to someone outside your relationship
  • You did not listen when your spouse or partner wanting to go to counsleing
  • You frequently criticized and disrepsectfed your spouse
  • You preferred spending time doing activities instead of with your partner
  • You do not know how to communicate, listen or understand one another
  • You had an affair or betrayed your partner with secrecy and lies

Have you made one or more relationship mstakes? Do you need professional marriage or couples therapy to see if you can turn things around? Get in touch.

 

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In a Disconnected Relationship?

Disconnected Relationship?

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Disconnected Relationship?

A lot of couples struggle with in a disconnected relationship. Some are not able to enjoy time together and feel alone and miserable,  Maybe you’ve tried to fix things on your own or asked your spouse or partner to go to counseling, but he or she refused. Are you feeling unhappy in your marriage or relationship and wondering what to do?

We see many couples who are feeling very unhappy and disconnected.

In a disconnect ted relationship? Does this sound familiar?

  • Things are only getting worse and you’re not sure you want to stay in the relationship.
  • You’ve asked or even begged your spouse or partner to go to counseling and the answer was always “no”.
  • You feel very sad, depressed and or alone.
  • Things have devolved to the point where you either argue all the time or avoid talking to each other
  • You really want to know if you can reconnect and resolve your issues.
  • You’re not sure there’s anything left to salvage and wonder if you should break up or divorce.

Living in a disconnected relationship?

Are you an individual or couple looking for help, even if your partner is not willing? It might be helpful to talk to a licensed, experienced and compassionate marriage or a couples therapist to see what to do about your situation.

If you need help, get in touch

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Problems with In-Laws?

Problems with In-Laws?

Family and Marital Conflict?

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In-Law Problems?

 
Are you and your partner having in-law problems? Do you get mad at your wife or husband for not standing up for you? Maybe you feel like you’re in the middle between your spouse and your family? 
 
Family dynamics and problems with a mother-in-law or father-in-law can cause a couple to feel hurt, angry and misunderstood. Trouble understanding each other‘s perspectives can make matters worse. 
 
Does this sound familiar?
 
  •  Your in-laws expect your spouse to put make them a priority and put them number one. 
  •  Your in-laws expect you to visit often or spend certain holidays with them. 
  •  You feel very angry at your partner for not standing up to his or her parents or other family members. 
  •  You hate when your spouse gets quiet rather than confronting his or her family when they don’t handle things well. 
  •  Maybe you dislike your in-laws and would prefer not seeing them, to the extent that you want your spouse to cut them off 
  •  You  hate the way your in-laws treat you and get angry at your partner for not protecting you
  •  You feel like you’re in the middle between your spouse and parents or siblings. 
 
Many couples experience struggles with extended family, at times. In order to resolve issues more effectively, it might be helpful to sit down with an experienced therapist that understands many perspectives and what to do about complicated family dynamics.
 
You’re not alone when it comes to complicated situations with in-laws. It can be very helpful to work together to manage these situations so it doesn’t impact your marriage or relationship. 
 
 
If you need help dealing with your in-laws more effectively, get in touch.
 

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