The Ice Queen Routine
Giving the silent treatment and withdrawing emotionally instead of communicating when you are hurt.
Using icy silence as a protective wall starves the marriage of connection and leaves your husband confused and intimidated. It prevents any real resolution and replaces vulnerability with a cold, unsafe environment.
What this looks like
Responding with "I am fine" while visibly pouting and refusing to make eye contact.
Withholding affection and ignoring his attempts at conversation for days after a minor disagreement.
Walking out of the room and slamming the door instead of calmly stating that your feelings were hurt.