I'm Over It
Whatever!
Teenagers say, "Whatever," but sometimes so do spouses who can't express themselves. One of the keys to a healthy marriage is saying what's on your mind, not rolling your eyes and speaking like a teen.
No, I'm Tired
While it may be infuriating to hear how tired the hubs is from his day at work when you've been juggling your own work and the kids, but nobody has ownership on fatigue. Turns out most men and women are tired, not just us gals. So instead of minimizing your husband's feelings simply reply by saying, "Me too."
That's Not The Right Way
If you have a helpful husband who is willing to take some of the household chores off your plate, don't correct him when he does. Men often complain of feeling criticized at home, which makes them less inclined to be helpful. And you don't want that.
Don't Do It Like That
Unless one of the kids is going to be injured or harmed in some way, let your husband parent his way and you parent your way. If you're the primary caretaker, you're more inclined to have a right and wrong way you want the kids looked after. But if you want help, it's best to keep that to yourself and be happy your kids have a dad who is involved.
You're Just Like Your Father
Nobody wants to be reminded they are just like the parent whom they least admire. And brining up extended family issues can only lead to tension and fights. So unless you want to hear how you're just like your mother, don't go for the low blow and tell your husband he's just like his dad. Even if he is.
You Need To Do It This Way
You may run a tight ship, but your husband wants to feel like you're his wife not his mother. So be careful of over correcting him. Women hate domineering husbands. Guess what? Men hate domineering wives, too. Even if they don't say so.
