If your partner is putting work before you, tell them how their actions make you feel. If they're bringing their work stress home, ask them when they're ready to get help or advice. With more than 40 years of experience as a relationship counselor, Hawkins is constantly working with couples dealing with career-related issues. If you're accused of putting work before your partner: Plan regular check-insIf your partner expresses concerns over you putting work before them, Hawkins suggested baking small check-ins into your day. Regardless of the situation, Hawkins said, "Validating any concerns your spouse has about work is something that needs to be done consistently."

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