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Mutual Accountability in a Failing Marriage
As the woman reflects on the deterioration of their marriage, she acknowledges that both she and her husband contributed to its toxic environment. Therapists often emphasize shared accountability in relationships; however, the woman’s narrative reveals a complex dynamic where blame appears to oscillate between the two parties.
Rather than celebrating the mutual recognition of their flaws, she lashes out at her husband for being “shocked” by her decision. This reflection raises a key inquiry: if both parties were aware of the marriage's decline, why was her husband's surprise met with anger?