Division of Labor Communication Exercise for Transitioning Couples
Who's Doing the Dishes Tonight?
You’ve waited years for your partner to finally be home—and now you’re dreaming of sharing the mental load.
Post-transition life comes with big expectations. You imagine your servicemember pitching in with dishes, school pickups, and everyday family life. But if you’re not talking about those expectations out loud, they can quickly turn into frustration, hurt feelings, and emotional distance.
The truth? They may not even realize things need to change.
That’s why we created the Division of Labor Communication Exercise—a simple, powerful tool to help you and your partner lay it all out, side by side, and build a plan that actually works for both of you.
Inside the free download:
- A step-by-step guide to mapping out mental and physical responsibilities
- Reflection questions to reduce resentment and prevent blow-ups
- A clear, collaborative way to reset roles and build teamwork—without the silent treatment or World War III
If you’re feeling the tension already (or want to avoid it altogether), this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed. Grab the download and start building a post-military life that supports both of you.