One time, I planned a surprise dinner for my partner’s birthday. I went all out—cooked their favorite meal, decorated the apartment, and invited some close friends to celebrate. However, I didn’t consult them beforehand, and it turned out they were feeling overwhelmed and just wanted a quiet night in. My intentions were good, but it didn’t go as planned. They appreciated the effort but ended up feeling stressed instead of happy. It taught me the importance of communication and checking in with what they truly wanted!
One time, I planned a surprise dinner for my partner’s birthday. I went all out—cooked their favorite meal, decorated the apartment, and invited some close friends to celebrate. However, I didn’t consult them beforehand, and it turned out they were feeling overwhelmed and just wanted a quiet night in. My intentions were good, but it didn’t go as planned. They appreciated the effort but ended up feeling stressed instead of happy. It taught me the importance of communication and checking in with what they truly wanted!