Mom Refuses to Help Around the House, Tells Husband Her Job is More Important Than His

Everyone has different priorities. Some people care about their hobbies, some about sport, and others still about their careers. When we join together and form relationships, these priorities can clash and cause conflict; without careful compromise, concession, and communication, these conflicts can grow and tear the relationship asunder.

This thread was posted to Reddit's r/AITA (Am I the A-Hole) subreddit by the wife, u/workingmomaita, who feels that her husband should be picking up any extra slack that she demands without fuss.

There is absolutely a point to be made for "sharing the load" when it comes to jobs and household tasks. My partner and I have both (at different periods) had more or less flexibility in our jobs and more (or less) time sunk into our commutes. Whichever one has less "load" on our shoulders at that given time will help pick up the slack and do extra tasks so that the other one doesn't have to do them. This ultimately gives us an even split of stress and free time and gives us more time together, making both of us happier.

Honestly, this seems like it is both of their faults, but it's telling that the wife seems to think that her husband is obligated to pick up these extra tasks without a discussion about it. She may have a point, but that point is completely lost on the fact that she comes across as utterly focused on her career and completely uncaring about her family and their needs. And THAT is something that her husband has every right to be upset about.

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Posted by Brad Dickson