Joe Nguyen is a digital strategist for The Denver Post. Previously he was the online prep sports editor. Prior to that, he covered Adams County and Aurora in the YourHub section. He has previously covered Colorado’s Asian-American communities as editor for Asian Avenue magazine and AsiaXpress.com.
My husband came from a highly dysfunctional family, which has contributed to his anger issues. I, also, came from a dysfunctional family, but I try to be the peacemaker.
Are you in counseling? With the triggers in your home life, you would do well to work through your own feelings privately with a counselor. You write that his rage left you in tears, as usual. Friend, this does not have to be your norm. A counselor may also be able to help you navigate larger existential questions about the marriage and guide you to a script that makes it clear to your husband that you won’t put up with more of the same.
Lastly, he might want to find a leukemia support group through a site like CancerCare.org. While his health has improved, he likely has emotional scars from his journey. You likely do, too. Cancer Care, and organizations like them, can also direct you to support groups for family members. Check them out and see if they’re a good fit.My wife and I have a wonderful marriage, but I wish she would just let me do the cooking.
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