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Does it hurt a husband when his wife starts earning more than him?

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I'm 33 and my wife is 30. I have been married for 3+ years. And in these 3+ years we would have had sex for like 5-6 times. First time I had sex after marriage was 10 months after getting married.
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Something that my wife and I stumbled upon and never told any of our friends. We use to play DnD with friend when we first got together. She really likes stories. One time, she asked me to tell her a story on our… more

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Men if you could go back, knowing what you know about marriage - what would be the critical things you look for in your potential wife?

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What does everyone do to ensure one member of the household isn’t left to do everything (or feels like such)? Back info: I clean the house in its entirety with no assistance. Husband cooks dinner and … more

What are the measures being taken by you guys when tackling high expectations and also personal lives when both partners are ambitious and pushing really hard to come out better ?
Have you guys lost intimacy ?more

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I want to leave my job as I seriously need some break. My husband is not earning enough which is frustrating but we have some funds which can be used for 4-5 months. He tells me that leave the job, no… more

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I feel my wife has untreated Borderline Personality Disorder but she would never admit to it or accept help. She has all the symptoms though. How can I navigate still having a successful marriage and … more

My wife mistreats me. At times i feel like leaving her. But again my mind bounce back. Anyone else gng tru such situations?

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I’m not married but I’m an autistic guy and 28 and want to take dating more seriously, does anyone have advice?

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My husband says he’s tired when he gets home from work. He needs to exercise, says he’s 2 tired in the PM, but often skips it in the AM. At times he likes 2 walk, but if I’m busy in the PM w/ work, ch… more

I have been married for over 3 years now. We married after dating for 4 years.I feel the relationship dynamics changed after we got married.She is not so keen on sexual intimacy which led me to some a… more

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Married folks- How are you guys having safe s*x? There's a urge to do it without any protection but how do you ensure that you/your SO is not getting pregnant. There's always a fear that somet… more

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Are you having enough sex? Honestly, I know I’m not. Between my spouse’s demanding schedule and mine and then taking care of our parental obligations it’s nonexistent. I suggested perhaps we have a pl… more

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Anyone ever get a post-nup? We were going to prenup but honestly just got so caught up with wedding planning we never went through with it.

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What is an unexpected positive that has come out of marriage for you? I'll go first - I've learned to lighten up, a lot. My wife is a calming presence for me and it's really changed me ove… more

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What are some reasons that you would stay with your spouse and some reasons you would decide to separate if you or they had an affair?

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How would you react if your husband or wife came out to you and said that they are gay or bi-sexual?

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One of the things that I've realized has helped me maintain a healthy marriage, is being surrounded by people who also really love their spouse and are committed to working on their marriage. We b… more

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Wife and I both in consulting at the same firm. We are in a particularly busy season and have been for a few months. Tips to keep fun and romance when we are both stretched thin with work and a newbor… more

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Has anyone ever caught their partner cheating before? How did you find out and how did you deal with it / address it (or not)?

What's one of your best memories with your SO?

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What tax knowledge do you wish you had before getting married ?

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How to get attractee towards wife?

What shows have you been watching with your SO?

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My marriage is at stake due to my wife's immaturity and childish behaviour. It's like I've married a grown up with a mind of 10YO.

Unjustified demands, illogical things all the time and if I deny any of them it turns into a… more

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What were your go-to flirt moves before marriage? Divorced friend is trying to get back out there

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Don't let your partner feel like they come 2nd to your job (whether they are stay at home, or 2nd income earner). Remind them that they're number one on your list, and show them occasionally by taking an … more

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Anyone get a prenup? What were your must have clauses

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How do you know when is the right time to call it quits? When so many disappointments accumulate but still actively in couples therapy, how do you determine there is no hope to recover the relationshi… more

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Earlier this year I set some goals with my manager to help me get promoted to VP by 2025. Role is pretty demanding so plenty of elbow grease is required. A few weeks ago my partner & I found out t… more

Dating a first year general surgical resident and I am a lawyer. I would love to hear any advice on how to date with our busy schedules (e.g., average number of dates, how to share lives when we are b… more

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I was told by a friend she is having a romantic liaison outside her marriage for the last 13 years. Her friend is also “happily” married. I don’t know if it’s a grey area to advise her against it ? T… more

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What’s the worst relationship advice you’ve ever received and why?

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What to do when your partner is being jealous, I guess I overstepped my boundaries to her friend.

Does your SO have access to your emails, passwords, phone? I’ve seen some couples who have a joint email, but curious to know how many couples have open access to devices and emails?

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Fellow fish - I'm trying to figure out whether to have kids or not. I see all the downsides... Losing sleep, flexibility, money, quiet hours... And it's not clear to me if the upsides overcomp… more

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Thoughts on couples counseling? Yay or nay?

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Something I learned from my grandparents about marriage, is that despite the push to be best friends, you should keep some mystery alive to maintain attraction. Do you share absolutely everything with… more

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When your marriage is falling apart how do you explain to work colleagues that you’re always exhausted but not because you’re working too hard, that your vacation was a disaster and you’re thankful it… more

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