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The husband expresses feelings of being ignored and not listening to others, while the wife expresses concern for their own thoughts and prioritizes conversations. They agree to prioritize communication and agree to set aside time each day to talk about their day together.
human
Sometimes I just want to be heard and validated. It feels like no one is listening to me.
gpt
What do you mean? I always listen to you.
human
I know you do, but sometimes I feel like you're not really present. Like your mind is somewhere else.
gpt
I'm sorry if I give you that impression. I care about what you have to say.
human
I know you do, but sometimes I wish you would initiate conversations with me too. It always feels like I'm the one starting them.
gpt
I see what you mean. I guess I get caught up in my own thoughts sometimes.
human
That's okay, but I just want to feel like you prioritize our conversations too. You know how important communication is to me.
gpt
I do, and I'll try to be more mindful of that. How about we set aside some time each day to just talk about our day and really listen to each other?
human
That sounds great. And if there's something bothering me, I won't have to complain to other people because I know I can come to you and you'll listen.
gpt
Of course. We're in this together.