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The husband expresses feeling ignored or brushed aside for saying something that makes him feel unimportant at work and friends. The wife suggests setting aside time each day to listen and carry on conversations about past mistakes.
human
Hey, can we talk about something that's been bothering me lately?
gpt
Sure, what's up?
human
I just feel like I'm not being heard. Like, I'll say something and it just gets ignored or brushed aside.
gpt
Oh, I'm sorry you feel that way. Have I been doing that too?
human
Yeah, sometimes. But also just in general, like at work and with our friends. I feel unimportant and it's really getting to me.
gpt
I understand how that can be frustrating. Maybe we can come up with some ways to make sure you feel heard and valued.
human
That would be great. I just don't want to keep feeling like this.
gpt
Of course not. I want you to feel like you have a voice and that it matters. Maybe we can start by setting aside some time each day to just check in with each other and really listen.
human
That's a good idea. We used to do that more often and I remember feeling a lot closer to you because of it.
gpt
Yeah, I remember that too. It's important to really be present and engaged in our conversations.
human
Agreed. And hopefully we can carry that over into other aspects of our lives too.
gpt
Definitely. And if there's anything else that's been bothering you, we can talk about that too. Like that time when you wanted me to sign that contract.
human
Oh yeah, I remember that. I guess I just wanted to feel like I was in control of the situation.
gpt
I know, but it made me feel like you didn't trust me or something.
human
I'm sorry about that. I realize now that it wasn't the best way to handle things.
gpt
It's okay. We've both made mistakes before. The important thing is that we're always willing to work on our communication and our relationship.
human
Agreed. And I really appreciate you being willing to listen to me today. It means a lot.
gpt
Of course. I love you and I want you to know that you're always important to me.