So I went in (alone) to talk with a marriage therapist. I actually received more validation than I'd expected, though I'm not sure how to take it. A large part of me wishes my relationship issues were entirely my own problem, which would put any potential resolution squarely on my own shoulders.

My wife was receptive, to a point. I didn't go into details on the session, I know how she'd react. First she was upset that I thought our issues were extreme enough to actually go... she said she'd go, but made it clear I shouldn't expect any changes. There is a lot of resistance, but at least she's agreed to go through the motions.

Of course, it's going to be a month before she gets an appointment for various reasons. I still don't feel she's taking this seriously and honestly at this point I'm not sure whether I feel better or worse.

-C