1. be honest with her then. And keep the SF on the front burner until it is solved

2. get another appointment with Steve and get back on track

Have you thought about doing the online program so you could have more hands on guidance? You would be assigned a coach who works with you every week and guides your program. You would also have daily access to Dr Harley over on the private forum.

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my issue of dishonesty revolves around me not telling her when something is bothering her. This drives her crazy and I have avoided doing this for months until just now

That would drive me crazy too. crazy

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