Short answer
Yes — but only when the resentment is spoken about and repaired, not buried. Resentment grows from hurts that were never acknowledged. Naming them calmly, taking responsibility and changing the pattern behind them allows warmth to return.
Why this happens
- Repeated hurts that were never repaired.
- Unfair division of work or emotional labour.
- Feeling unheard or dismissed for years.
- Small disappointments that piled up.
What helps
- Name the resentment specifically and calmly.
- Listen to each other without defending.
- Apologise for your part sincerely.
- Change the daily pattern that keeps causing it.
- Get help if old hurts keep exploding into fights.
Related questions people ask
What are signs of resentment in marriage?
Constant irritation, sarcasm, avoiding touch, keeping score, and feeling relieved when your partner is away.
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