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The husband expresses frustration with his wife's lack of communication skills due to her tendency to shut down and get defensive. The wife expresses her desire to improve communication and wants to work together to improve communication.
human
I understand that you're feeling frustrated with me, and I want you to know that it's not intentional. I've been going through a lot lately and I haven't been able to express myself the way I would like to.
gpt
It's not just lately, it's been going on for a while now. I feel like I'm always the one who has to make an effort to communicate with you.
human
I know, and I'm sorry for that. It's just that whenever you bring up a problem, I tend to shut down and get defensive.
gpt
I feel like you don't value my needs or feelings. It's always about you and what you want.
human
I can see why you might feel that way, but I really do care about you and want to make things work. Can we talk about what specifically is bothering you?
gpt
I just want to feel heard and understood. I don't want to be the only one making an effort to communicate in this relationship.
human
I hear you. I'm willing to make more of an effort to listen and be present in the moment with you. I know it won't be easy, but I want to try.
gpt
Thank you. I appreciate you saying that. I hope we can work together to improve our communication and strengthen our relationship.
human
Me too. And if there's anything from our past conversations that we need to address as well, please let me know. I want to make sure we leave no stone unturned in our effort to move forward.