Husband corrects wife frequently, causing embarrassment

A woman is frustrated because her husband often corrects her in public, even when she is right. She feels embarrassed by his behavior and says that he brushes off her concerns. She prefers to let it go, but it bothers her deeply. An advice column suggests that the couple has a respect issue. The husband should listen and not undermine her in social situations. The woman is encouraged to speak directly to him about her feelings and to stop trying to prove herself to him. In another case, a mother is worried about her boyfriend's behavior towards her children from a previous relationship. Her 11-year-old son has low self-esteem and recently refused to attend family therapy if the boyfriend was present. The mother is alarmed by a situation where the boyfriend allegedly told the kids to keep secrets from her, including comments that might isolate them. The advice given highlights the seriousness of the boyfriend's actions, suggesting they might be manipulative and harmful. The mother is urged to protect her children and seek help. It is essential for her to confide in trusted friends or family and to continue therapy for her children without the boyfriend involved.