A man sought advice from a marriage counselor. He said to him, “I hate my wife. She is making my life miserable. I want a divorce and, more than that, I want to make things as tough as possible for her. What do you advise?” The counselor replied, “Begin by showering her with compliments. Indulge her in every way. Give in to her every whim. Then, when she realizes how much she needs you and wants you, start your divorce proceedings. That will fracture her.” Six months later, the counselor met the man and asked, “Are you following my advice?” “I am,” he answered. “When are you going to file your divorce papers?” he asked. “Are you out of your mind,” replied the man indignantly. “We’re divinely happy! I love her with all my heart!”
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