Feelings of resentment are extremely common in relationships. If left unchecked, they can be destructive and can slowly erode away the foundations of healthy relationships.In romantic partnerships, resentment creates emotional distance and withdrawal of empathy between partners.
It can fuel the fire for destructive communication patterns such as criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling. Additionally, partners stop turning toward each other for support and stop sharing their inner world so they inevitably drift apart.
What causes resentment in relationships?Feelings of resentment are often rooted in past disappointments, feelings of betrayal, unresolved conflict, external interferences, and an imbalance in the relationship when it comes to sharing the load of responsibility.How can Meditation and Mindfulness help?Before we discuss how meditation and mindfulness can help work through feelings of resentment, we must first understand what it is.
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