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The husband expresses his selfishness towards his wife's career goals and planned special things together to make up for lost time. They also discuss past experiences of prioritizing others and making new friends.
human
I don't understand why you think I'm selfish. I always try to do what's best for myself and for us as a couple.
gpt
But sometimes what's best for you is not what's best for us. Like when you decided to take that job that required you to work long hours and travel often, without considering how it would affect our time together.
human
I did consider it, and I thought it was a good opportunity for my career. Plus, I made sure to make up for the lost time by planning special things for us to do when I was home.
gpt
I appreciate that, but sometimes it feels like you only care about your own goals and desires. Like when you went out with your friends instead of staying home with me when I was feeling sad.
human
I'm sorry about that. I didn't realize how much it would mean to you for me to stay home with you. I'll try to be more considerate of your feelings in the future.
gpt
Thank you. It's just important to me that we prioritize each other's needs and wants, not just our own.
human
I agree. And speaking of prioritizing others, remember when I helped those students in class who were struggling with the material? I felt really good about being able to make a difference in their education.
gpt
Yes, I remember that. It was very kind of you to take the time to help them.
human
And remember when I found that roommate on Craigslist and we became such good friends? That was a great example of how thinking beyond myself paid off in a big way.
gpt
Yes, that was a wonderful surprise. It's always great when you can make a new friend and have someone to share your living space with.
human
I see what you're saying. Sometimes putting others first can lead to great outcomes and positive experiences for everyone involved. I'll try to keep that in mind going forward.