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Should You Tell Your Husband Everything?
Where do we draw the line in communication?
In a world where people are seriously contemplating skipping marriage altogether, those of us who are hitched have become seasoned veterans of both its beauty and its horrors. And let’s be real — it’s usually the horrors that make some folks tap out. Communication in marriage? It’s a minefield. Just like there are NSFW (Not Safe For Work) labels, we need NSFH — “Not Safe For Husbands” — warnings.
Here are three things that are definitely NSFH:
Your Best Friend’s Dirty Laundry
I get it; you’re married, and your spouse is your best friend and confidant. But that doesn’t mean they need to know all the juicy details of your best friend’s life. Let’s face it, even the best of us can’t always keep a secret, and you don’t want to be the one who accidentally spills the beans at a family BBQ.
Trust me, I’ve been there. Your bestie tells you something super juicy, and it’s tempting to share it with your husband because, hey, you trust him, right? But don’t. Just don’t. I’ve learned the hard way that not everything needs to be shared, especially when it comes back to bite you in the most awkward situations. So yeah, keep your friends’ secrets to yourself. It’s a no-fly zone for husbands.
