What are somethings that you're really good at even though you hate doing them?

What are somethings that you're really good at even though you hate doing them?
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I am good at conflict management, but hate doing it. I often get left with the task since my hubby tends to get frustrated and reacts irrationally (when dealing with things like landlords, etc)
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