Practicing Forgiveness In A Marriage At The Hardest Times
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Julia Austin
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Closing off exits
Dr. Louis brought up the concept of “closing off exits.” When asked to expand on what an exit is, she said, “An exit is an outlet…it can be a way of getting your unconscious needs met. Some people have a need to feel important. Or to feel seen or heard. Or feel like they matter. They may use these different exits to meet those unmet needs in their relationship…People have exits in different ways. Substance abuse. Working extra hours.” Or, cheating. Ending the affair is a way of closing that exit, which the betrayed partner needs to see.
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