I hate the way that so many couples have no trust in their relationships.
I realize how difficult it is in this day and age, but I feel like there’s no use in being with someone if you can’t turn around without expecting the worst.
That’s why my boyfriend and I try our best to give each other the benefit of the doubt and stay out of each other’s business. We don’t go through each other’s phones, we never question who the other person is going out with, and we don’t dig through one another’s social media accounts. That being said, there is one check that I have on my boyfriend, thanks to our smart thermostat. You see, my boyfriend has an interesting habit whenever he gets home. He loves to go over and check the thermostat immediately upon entering the house. For one thing, he wants to set the thermostat to the ideal temperature based on his current temperature needs and the air condition outside. Secondly, he is a bit paranoid and likes to make sure the whole HVAC system has been working properly during his absence. Both of these factors, coupled with his anxiety, mean he will always adjust the indoor temperature control device within 2 minutes of getting to the house. How does this help me, you ask? Well, we have a smart thermostat installed at home for the heating and cooling system. Unbeknownst to him, I have programmed the thermostat to send me push notifications every time the temperature settings are adjusted. Thanks to the smart thermostat, I always know exactly when he’s getting home and how distracted he is, even if I’m hundreds of miles away.