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The husband admits to being harsh about his mother's inappropriate behavior and emphasizes the importance of proper table manners. He also reminds his wife that being cautious can lead to anxiety and stress, suggesting communication skills to improve communication skills.
human
Can you believe my mom sent me to bed without dinner when I was a kid just for playing with my food?
gpt
Really? That seems a bit harsh.
human
Yeah, I mean, I understand that it's important to have good table manners, but I don't think it warranted going hungry.
gpt
I agree. There are better ways to get children to learn proper mealtime behavior without resorting to extreme punishments.
human
It's funny how things like that can stick with you into adulthood. Now, I always make sure to eat my food properly and never play with it.
gpt
I've noticed that about you. You are always very conscious about following rules and doing things correctly.
human
Yeah, I guess it's just my nature. I like to be precise in everything I do.
gpt
Speaking of being precise, do you still measure everything with a ruler like we talked about a few weeks ago?
human
Yes, I do. It's the best way to ensure accuracy.
gpt
That's true, but sometimes being overly cautious can lead to anxiety and stress. Have you considered talking to a professional about it?
human
I don't think it's that serious, but I appreciate your concern. I just like to be well-prepared for anything.
gpt
I understand, but remember that life is unpredictable and sometimes you have to go with the flow.
human
I'll try to keep that in mind. Speaking of understanding, I still feel like you don't always understand what I want.
gpt
I'm sorry you feel that way. Can you give me an example?
human
Sometimes when I ask for something specific, you don't seem to get it right.
gpt
I'm sorry if I've made you feel that way. Maybe it would help if you are more clear about what you want, and I can try to communicate better.
human
That's a good idea. I'll try to be more specific and see if that helps.
gpt
Communication is key in any relationship, and I'm willing to work on it with you.
human
I appreciate that. Let's make an effort to understand each other better and communicate more effectively.