02/11/2026
I know. It’s not about the dishes. And you’re exhausted from being the only one who seems to get that.
But here’s the thing: your partner probably can’t hear “the dishes” for what it really means. To them, it really does sound like it’s about the dishes.
Try this instead: “When I’m the only one noticing what needs to be done, I feel alone in this partnership.”
Trust me, that lands different.
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