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#RI-69ba787f·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 6 years since working from home

Asked husband to walk dogs due to exhaustion

Husband resents requests to walk dogs, leading to arguments

What I wish I knew
"He would be more willing to help with household tasks"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly and set clear expectations in relationships"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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