Do you remember the last time
your partner took out the trash?
You're not just thankful that
your partner took out the trash — you're thankful that you have a partner who is thoughtful enough to know you hate taking out the trash.»
Not exact matches
Maybe you're not feeling amorous because you're annoyed with your
partner for not
taking out the
trash, or you're
taking medication that dulls your sex drive.
During our last six months, my
partner would repeatedly say, «Your hair and jacket smell like someone else» to stop me from going
out, interrogated me when my «shoes had moved» and even when I
took the
trash out.
Don't spend 15 minutes of it
taking out the
trash when your
partner can do that later.
When you're focused on a content («you always forget to
take the
trash out»), your
partner is likely to be defensive which leads to not feeling heard.
Derhally shared this example: Your
partner didn't
take out the
trash because they're exhausted.
Little gestures such as doing the dishes, sending a sweet text, giving one another little gifts, or planning quality time together
taking out the
trash shows your
partner that you love them even when sex isn't involved and sustains feelings of intimacy throughout the day.
Regularly
taking a moment to stop and show your
partner you're thankful for her small acts of kindness — be they
taking out the
trash or fixing your computer — can make both of you feel more satisfied and strengthen your relationship.