Any woman who is the only breadwinner in your relationship?

[Anonymous]

For different reasons, not entirely his fault, I have been the breadwinner during the last seven years of my relatonship. There are stages and at times I appreciate my husband supporting me in other areas and taking care of other things I can't. however I feel frustrated more often, I see my girl friends whose husbands pay everything for them and not having the same in my life kind of makes me feel less of a woman. My frustration has increased to the point I have considered divorce even though I love my husband. I feel like this is too much and Im carrying a heavy load with me. Cause every single thing at home goes on me. Anyone in the same situation? Can you advice?

[Emiliamazing]

I am the main earner in our home, and have been in that position since 2004. This was a known fact based on our degrees and the sector of work we are in, so I don’t mind it at all. We have three children and he does the bulk of the running around and entertainment with them, because I travel frequently. I’m not sure why you feel like less of a woman. Perhaps he doesn’t complement you on being the main provider or maybe he doesn’t know that you don’t want to be the main breadwinner. I know that my husband is a major reason why my career took off, because he was willing to make some changes in his life so that I could fulfill my career achievements.

[Emiliamazing]

I guess the point is, you should be proud. He should be proud of you as no himself,, this isn’t complicated

[davner]

imagine the daily toll the men feel then.
not being sexist, just being open.