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Modern Rules For Handling Income Inequality In Your Relationship
Money is a major source of conflict in many relationships. Disagreements and awkwardness can become even more intense when you make significantly more or less than your partner.
The situation is becoming more common in the aftermath of the pandemic. While some recessions spread their losses around equally, COVID-19 widened the gap between rich and poor.
How can you keep finances from knocking your relationship out of balance? Study these modern rules for handling income inequalities.
Tips for Couples on Handling Money:
1. Accept yourself. You might feel guilty for having more than your partner or resentful because they bring home less money. It’s easier to keep your perspective if you have a healthy self-image.
2. Recognize different contributions. There are many valuable ways to invest in your relationship and give back to society. Pay attention to the non-monetary things that you and your partner supply. Maybe you do the greater share of chores and child-rearing even if you make less money.
3. Communicate openly. Talk about your values and expectations. Money can stir up strong emotions and involve deep-rooted habits. Listen to each other and search for common ground.
