Ask Allison: Retirement has exposed the problems in our marriage. My husband is critical, defensive and never listens
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Ask Allison: Retirement has exposed the problems in our marriage. My husband is critical, defensive and never listens
"My husband and I are in our 60s and have just retired. On top of adjusting to this new phase of life, I am facing health issues, and we have recently moved to be closer to our relatives. This has been a significant life change that I am struggling to deal with mentally. For the past 30 years, I have ignored many things that frustrate me, but now they are constantly present in my life."
"Psychologist Allison Keating answers your queries about life and relationships Question: My husband and I are in our 60s and have just retired. On top of adjusting to this new phase of life, I am facing health issues, and we have recently moved to be closer to our relatives. This has been a significant life change that I am struggling to deal with mentally. For the past 30 years, I have ignored many things that frustrate me,"
A couple in their 60s have recently retired and relocated to be closer to relatives. One partner is facing health problems while adjusting to the new phase of life. The combined effects of retirement, illness, and moving have created significant mental struggle and stress. Long-standing frustrations that were ignored for three decades are now persistently affecting daily life. The individual recognizes that constant complaining is unrealistic and intends to focus efforts on addressing the two most important issues in the relationship to improve wellbeing and partnership dynamics.
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