Different holidays, growing resentment: talking before it hardens
By mid-July some couples realise that their summers look very different from each other’s. One partner may be managing children and housework while the other travels for work, studies or rest. Unspoken jealousy and resentment can quietly build up until every message feels loaded. In online couples therapy we create a space where both of you can name what feels unfair without immediately defending yourselves. We explore how gender roles, family history and money shape your sense of what is “allowed” during holidays. Together we search for ways to redistribute responsibilities over the coming weeks and in future summers. We also look for language that lets you ask for support or appreciation directly instead of in the form of criticism. If you notice that you are keeping score rather than feeling like a team this summer, registering for an online session can help prevent that scorecard from turning into long-term bitterness.
