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The couple expresses frustration with their father's inability to make decisions and reminds them to listen to their father's advice instead of automatically disobeying him. They also discuss their relationship progress and discuss the importance of listening to advice from their father's perspective.
human
I don't know why my father can't understand that I'm an adult now and can make my own decisions. It's frustrating that he always thinks he knows what's best for me.
gpt
I can understand why you feel that way, but you have to remember that your father has your best interests in mind. Maybe you should try listening to his advice instead of automatically disobeying him.
human
But sometimes his advice just doesn't make sense. Like when he told me to take that job that paid less than what I was making before. How was that supposed to help me?
gpt
I think maybe he saw something in that job that could have benefited you in the long run. At least hear him out and try to see things from his perspective.
human
I guess you're right. We've just had a strained relationship for so long that it's hard to see eye to eye on things.
gpt
I know things have been tough with your dad lately, but I'm really proud of you for taking the high road and listening to his advice.
human
It wasn't easy, but I knew it was the right thing to do. And it actually turned out to be a good decision in the end.
gpt
See, you're doing great! You're making progress in your relationship with your dad.
human
Yeah, it's definitely getting better. But what happened yesterday really set me back.
gpt
What happened yesterday?
human
I tried to fix that leaky faucet in the bathroom, but I ended up making it worse. Water was spraying everywhere, and I had to call a plumber to fix it.
gpt
That's frustrating, but it's not the end of the world. You were trying to do something good, and sometimes things don't go as planned. It's important to keep trying and not give up.
human
Thanks, I needed to hear that. I guess I just need to keep working on myself and my relationships.