Asking for Myself

12. Can I overcome resentment in my relationship? (ft. Adam Maurer + Jayda, your Sex Positive Asian Auntie)

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Resentment, Anger, and Jealousy in a Relationship

Welcome back to Asking for Myself, where I ask all the questions you're too afraid to. Today we’re talking all things conflict and communication. I had the privilege of being joined by Jayda, aka your Sex Positive Asian Auntie, and Adam Maurer, your “straight-friendly” sex-positive relationship therapist. So, what do we talk about?

  • How do you notice when resentment is starting to show up in a relationship?
  • Is it possible to overcome resentment?
  • How and when can you address issues in a constructive way that doesn’t feel “naggy”?
  • How does contempt show up in a relationship and what we can do about it?
  • How can you step back when conversations/arguments start to turn sideways?
  • How can you address perceived imbalance in a relationship? How does emotional labor and mental health factor in?
  • What can you do when you’re in therapy and/or working on yourself but the people in your life aren’t willing to meet you in your self-growth? How do you grow together and how do you handle when you’re growing apart?
  • How do you handle jealousy and overcome relationship insecurities?
  • Can we really expect “everything” from one partner? How can we outsource our emotional needs?
  • Why do we place romantic relationships on such a pedestal and often de-prioritize our friendships?

    • I was definitely asking for myself on this one! 😅

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