Political Differences and Couples Counseling
Savon and Martin are as different as any couple could be. As Savon’s mother puts it, “radically different.” And while they have had a healthy marriage for some time, lately their political differences were getting in the way. With an upcoming presidential election ahead, Savon couldn’t possibly understand why Martin would vote for his candidate of choice (who shall go unnamed!) Martin didn’t understand why he had to explain his political views to her. The couples counselor listened attentively as the couple relayed their problem:
Savon speaks:
I know this seems silly. After all these years, this is what’s getting in the way? But it seems like such dire times – our environment, the financial structure of this country, the lies…how my husband couldn’t be on board with me is beyond me. More than beyond me, it outrages me. I wonder what the hell he’s thinking….who he really is? Listen, I know we’re different. We’ve managed after all these years. But this? This is past petty differences. This is serious. This is our future.
The couples counselor could see how distraught and angry the couple seemed. He quickly worked on diffusing the tension by reminding the two that this situation wasn’t so cut and dry. It wasn’t just about the politics of the nation but the politics of the marriage. As they worked together, the counselor uncovered some hidden resentments that the two had been fostering. As they began work on those elements, it was easier for the couple to talk about the political situation in a more healthy manner – heated but healthy.
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