The Resentment Tier and Dealing with the Noticing Loop

In the tired and resentful stage, you feel unappreciated and frustrated by the imbalance of household responsibilities. Introducing the noticing loop, which involves noticing tasks, reminding others, waiting, and eventually getting them done. However, when you constantly skip the middle steps and just do the tasks yourself, it fuels your resentment. To break free, start small by letting go of some responsibilities, practicing patience, and having a conversation with your partner to work together. Noticing and naming the issue is the first step to finding a solution.