What are the signals of a partner’s passive aggression?

What are the signals of a partner’s passive aggression?

Here we are exactly at that situation where you begin to look around, trying to find an explanation for the huge difference between the life you are having and the life you dreamed of….

And when you ask,  the response is pointing directly at your partners’ behavior.

Dealing with passive-aggressive behavior is extremely challenging because a really good, effective passive aggressive behavior is very slippery. 

Often you may not be sure if you have been the victim of passive aggressive behavior-or not. 

You may be feeling angry and upset, feeling as if being hit by the metaphorical bus, but not sure of where from the blow came or who is responsible? 

Can it only be a series of casual events, no bad intentions from anyone, only “bad luck”? 

Or there is something else? 

And how can you tell the difference? 

 

Passive-aggression is a pattern of behavior in which someone expresses their negative feelings or resentment indirectly, rather than directly expressing their anger or frustration. In a couple, passive-aggression can manifest in a variety of ways. Some common examples include:

1. Sarcasm: Making sarcastic or cutting comments in order to convey frustration or anger.Has he accused you of "poisoning me with her cooking" in front of his friends?
   

2. Procrastination: Deliberately dragging their feet or not following through on tasks or requests in order to express resentment or anger. He let the trash all packed but not on the curve? Here you have a clear case of an angry message wrapped in procrastination.
   

3. Withholding communication: Refusing to communicate openly and honestly, or withholding important information in order to punish or control the other person. So, if you ask him: Why are you using passive aggression to communicate with me? he will be very upset and accuse you of imagining things.
   

4. Sabotaging plans: Undermining the other person's plans or efforts in subtle or covert ways.

5. Giving the silent treatment: Refusing to engage in communication or interaction in order to punish or control the other person. This is a whole chapter on hurtful behavior we need to find out more of!
   

Passive-aggression can be damaging to your relationship because it creates a climate of distrust and resentment. You never know what's going on!

It can be difficult for the person on the receiving end to understand what is happening, and it can lead to feelings of frustration and isolation. You can start blaming yourself for his lack of communication.

If you are in a relationship with someone who exhibits passive-aggressive behavior, it can be helpful to communicate openly and honestly about your feelings and try to work together to find healthier ways of expressing frustration and anger. 

Of course, this response is your ideal way of responding to the person you love. However, it is possible that he can't receive your good intentions by listening to your pain...

We will provide you with more ways of connecting with your passive-aggressive husband.