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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I just want to say I’m in the same boat and it sucks. [/quote]

OP: How do you deal?  I'm not sure what to do.  I went along with it for a long time thinking this is what supportive spouses do, but now it's clear that there is no end in sight and DH has no intention of changing this dynamic.  I suppose I'll look into therapy myself to deal with it.  [/quote]

Op, as someone with anxiety that sometimes needs to vent to their spouse.....I doubt you can change your spouse. I like to discuss decisions and get feedback and support. Is there a way you can lend an ear and internally emotionally distance yourself somewhat while outwardly being compassionate? [/quote]

Same poster here. Just re read your post. Probably the dropping of household responsibilities is the most annoying aspect, no? I don’t really do that, I don’t think. In fact I think focusing on household tasks can be a way to distract me from my anxiety. Maybe you should focus on that aspect of it because it is concrete. He probably can’t turn off his anxiety and need to vent, but he should be able to put a load of laundry in while he is venting. [/quote]

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