My husband is addicted to his phone. It is, by far, more important than anything else in his life. It was hurtful and I couldn’t figure out why. Then I realized it is the whole cycle of not being important to someone. I’m not important enough for him to put his phone down. A few weeks ago, it dawned on me to take back control. I can’t make him put his phone down or find value in spending time with me but I can control how I react. Freedom!
I now text him if something matters, I go into restaurants like I am by myself and, if I need to talk, I wait until he has the time or I find someone else to talk to. I have taken back control and, I think, that is what joyful healing is; taking back control and finding joy and healing in your life.
Joyful Healing, Dogs and Quilts 