Many Christian women have been taught to be patient, understanding, and slow to anger. Those are beautiful qualities. However, somewhere along the way, patience turned into emotional over-functioning.
feeling understood in relationships
What “Understanding Me” Looks Like in Relationships
One of the things I’ve noticed over the years is how often we confuse love with understanding. We assume that if someone cares about us, they should naturally get us. That shared history, proximity, or time spent together should somehow translate into emotional insight.
