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The husband has been feeling stressed lately and feels on edge. He has been thinking about how much it scares him to get hurt, but prioritizes his own emotional well-being. They also discuss the husband's struggle with quit smoking and offer support and encouragement.
human
I've been feeling really stressed lately.
gpt
Oh no! Is there anything I can do to help?
human
Actually, I decided to light a candle to try to relax. It's helped a bit, but I still feel on edge.
gpt
That's a good idea. I'm glad it's making you feel a little better. Is there anything else that's been weighing on your mind?
human
Yeah, actually. I've been thinking a lot about how much it scares me to get hurt.
gpt
I understand. It's normal to be afraid of being hurt, especially if you've been hurt before.
human
I know, but sometimes I feel like I take it too far. I don't want to do anything that could possibly cause pain to someone else.
gpt
I think that's a really caring and considerate mindset to have. But at the same time, you can't always control how someone else feels.
human
You're right. I guess I just need to find a balance between being kind to others and taking care of myself.
gpt
Absolutely. It's important to prioritize your own emotional well-being, too. Speaking of taking care of ourselves, have you been able to quit smoking yet?
human
No, I haven't. I know it's bad for me, but it's hard to quit.
gpt
I understand it's difficult, but it's important for your health. Maybe we can come up with a plan to help you quit together.
human
That sounds like a good idea. Thanks for being supportive and understanding, even when I make mistakes.