Two people who love each other might nonetheless clash frequently because they’re speaking a different language. Many unnecessary and damaging arguments begin this way. She voices the same complaint: She doesn’t feel affirmed for her hard work. Incredulous, she yells, “What are you talking about?” and lists the tasks she’s just completed. Her partner comes home from work - then promptly complains that he doesn’t feel loved or appreciated by her.
Imagine a woman up to her elbows in soapy dishwater after she’s mopped the kitchen floor, vacuumed the living room, and changed the litter box.
