Work-Life Balance • shamanthunderwolf94 • 13d ago

I believe I'm considering ending things with him... [24F] him [25M]

I, a 23-year-old woman, have been in a relationship with him, a 25-year-old man, for two years. In the beginning, everything was great—we never argued and always enjoyed each other's company. However, since we started living together about a year ago, we've been fighting over what I consider trivial matters, like household chores. He feels I should be more "womanly," which he interprets as taking care of the cooking, cleaning, and laundry. I don’t mind doing some of these tasks, but I also work full-time, and we share the bills equally. It feels unfair that I’m expected to handle most of the household responsibilities while he spends his time playing video games and only fixes things when I urge him to do so. I find myself feeling like his mother. In one of our recent arguments, it started when I refused to do his laundry. This escalated, and he said I was “changing” and that he felt like he was being treated like a roommate in his own home, which I think is an unfair accusation. I found it almost comical how upset he got over me not doing his laundry. I’ve also begun to lose some of my attraction to him, which has been troubling for a while. I have options for where to go, but living with him makes it complicated, and I’m unsure of what to do next.


pathfinder388 • 13d ago
It sounds tough! Communication is key. Talk openly about your feelings and expectations.
ariabolt • 13d ago
It sounds like you’re feeling overwhelmed and unappreciated, which is completely understandable. It’s important for both partners to share household responsibilities, especially when both are working. You might consider having an open talk with him about how you feel, emphasizing that a partnership should be equal. If things don’t improve or you continue to feel this way, it may be wise to explore living separately for your own well-being. Remember, you deserve to feel valued and respected!
knightfox93 • 13d ago
Communication is key! Talk openly about your feelings and expectations. You deserve respect.