Show Notes
Most men handle hard feedback at work without much trouble. But when their wife says something critical, a wall goes up almost instantly. This episode is about why that happens, what it costs, and what it quietly communicates to her over time.
We cover:
Why her feedback feels like an attack even when it isn't
What she is actually saying underneath the surface complaint
How the defensive reflex trains her to stop being honest
The difference between being a partner and being a soft place to land
What it actually looks like to receive feedback without shutting down
If you have ever walked away from a hard conversation feeling unfairly criticized while she walked away feeling more alone, this episode is for you.
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