Taking the initiative to talk with your wife BEFORE stress levels get out of control (leaving for a trip, busy day ahead, lots of logistics, etc) will go a long way to build trust and show that you are taking responsibility for your shared life (it is not soley her responsibility to get your family out the door). Talk about logistics, how is she doing, how can you support her - whatever fits the situation. You may have work or other priorities but she still needs to feel seen and supported.

Initiating a conversation, before she feels forced to come to you and ask for help, will remove a lot of angst and resentment from the situation.

#responsibility #relationships