How do you cope with a passive aggressive husband?

Answer 1

This question is, why waste your life on someone like this. Most men seldom seek psychological counseling because they feel it's a form of weakness. Narcissists are over-bearing (even in a quiet manner) will take digs at their partner either in private, in front of family or friends (it's ever so sneaky most of the time.) They are controlling and self-centered. There is no way you can change him unless he wants to change himself and you will ALWAYS be to blame! You need to sit down and tell him flat out he goes for counseling or you're leaving! If he refuses then keep your promise and contact a lawyer to protect your rights. Go for a separation first until your head in more clear about what you want to do about this and if he doesn't change and you feel better without him then file for divorce. Remember ... when someone always makes you feel bad more often than they make you feel happy it's time to walk away. Why do you want to survive this. If its for the children, that has been shown it doesnt work that way. You are giving up being happy which you deserve like anyone else. If you cannot get the narcissist to get therapy or you do not go, things will not improve. You will either eventually snap or maybe he will. Get some help, take small steps every day to improve the situation and get the other person involved in the healing, if not, get out for yourself and your children(if any).

Answer 2

There is no way to cope with a situation like that. You need to talk to him and try and get him to calm down, dont push him verbally or otherwise. If he doesnt listen to reason then all I can advise is get out and clear your head. Figure out what you want, really. Good Luck.