Couples counseling.

It can be a communication skills issue. How an idea is expressed is valuable. Knowing you’re with each other is key. She could genuinely be just looking out for you, but expressing it in a way that you’re not ready to hear. And… as a fellow entrepreneur, I am sensitive to any brakes on my ideas- probably too sensitive.

You’ll also need the skill to clearly communicate that you hear her and value her feedback, though you might make a different decision.

One of you will always be more or less of something compared to the other. Imagine the space is smaller and you’re usually on the same side overall. At least on the same team.

Imagine everything she says is in deep love for and with you. Like your parents. Probably forgive your parents too. And see how the advice can make your ideas better. As long as the advice isn’t personal and you aren’t enmeshed in your ideas, feedback at home is for the best! e.g. She can hate your idea, but it’s neither expressed nor perceived as, “You’re an idiot for having that idea.” Same with, “I hear you don’t like this idea [and I understand this doesn’t make you a dream-killing strumpet]”

I’d be sure to invest in my health and protecting it

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Tell them to lay off 🤷🏾‍♂️ Identify jokes from insults, and determine your boundaries with what you’re available to discuss with them. They don’t have a right to humiliate you. There’s a quote no one can make you feel inferior without your consent.

Find a way to become self-reliant or employed again.

Failure is relative, and it’s part of life. Take note when people don’t support your dreams and move accordingly. There’s more life, challenges, and opportunities to come!