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The husband expresses feeling empty and lacking joy and fulfillment while going through the motions. The wife suggests talking to someone about it and reminds him that he needs to make small changes and reminds him that he doesn't have to go through it alone.
human
I've been feeling really empty lately.
gpt
What do you mean, empty?
human
Like I'm just going through the motions, but there's no real joy or fulfillment in anything I do.
gpt
Have you talked to anyone about this? Maybe a therapist or a trusted friend?
human
I haven't yet, but I know I need to do something to change this feeling.
gpt
That's a good first step. And remember, you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here for you.
human
I know, and I really appreciate that. It's just that I feel like I'm draining the life out of everyone around me, and that's not fair to them.
gpt
What do you mean, "draining the life out of them"?
human
Like they're always giving me their time and energy, and I'm just taking it without really giving anything back.
gpt
Hmm, I can understand why you would feel that way. But maybe it's not as one-sided as you think. I'm sure people appreciate your company and what you bring to their lives.
human
Maybe, but I still feel like I need to make some changes.
gpt
Well, I'm here to support you in any way I can. And remember, you've overcome challenges in the past, like when you finished that chapter and got positive feedback from your beta readers.
human
Yeah, I guess you're right. I just need to take it one step at a time and focus on making small changes.
gpt
Exactly. And you don't have to do it alone, we're in this together.