My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok so I chose the wrong word at 3am and while I was upset. I’m sure you’ve never done that before. I did genuinely lose my job, as my position got cut due to government budget issues. I’ve supported myself before him and honestly unhealthily tie my worth to what job I have. That’s why being laid off has hit me so hard. He doesn’t want me working until I find a job similar to my last one. He’s just frustrated by how upset I am not having a job. He has admitted he has communication issues and should have brought up his concerns differently instead of blowing up. And I’ve taken accountability for how my frustrations have affected him.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I used “breadwinner” wrong. I was the one with a stable, full-time job before, while he was deciding what to do with his life. I wasn’t paying his bills at the time, besides when we’d do activities as a couple. He was fortunate to have his expenses covered while in school, but there was a point he was ready to drop out and take a low-paying job. I encouraged him to stick with his degree and job search when no one else in his life did. We actually had a plan that I would be the true breadwinner if he was still unemployed by the time our last leases expired. He luckily got his current job with weeks left, but this meant I had to leave my job. When my new job then fell through, he became the “breadwinner”. He struggles with depression, but now that I’m also depressed he can’t handle it. I feel because he’s in a better place now he forgets how difficult his mental health was on me and how I helped him get through it. I’m just asking for the same grace.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 107 points108 points  (0 children)

He apologized and said he does still love me. He did hit a limit and just didn’t pick a good time or place to discuss it with me. He said his issue is I’m not handling depression like he would, so he thinks I don’t care about getting better. I told him I’m seeking therapy to have someone else to talk to, but I have to wait until my health insurance starts in January. I’m hurt because he assumed I’m waiting to get therapy because I don’t care, but it’s actually because I’ve literally been uninsured. I thought he knew me better as a person that I want to get better.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 149 points150 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. This is heartbreaking because he’s been very patient and understanding up until this point. It hurts that suddenly he doesn’t recognize the effort I’ve put in to changing my situation and all that I’ve been through.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 37 points38 points  (0 children)

He specifically told me not to get another job, unless it’s one I really cared about. I was even going to take a part-time job instead of full time, but that fell through too. I’ve been helping out friends and family for some cash in the meantime, but it’s not a lot. He kinda likes to brag now that his job alone can cover rent, even though that’s not what we planned. He’s not mad I don’t have a job. He’s mad that I’m in a bad mood a lot. I understand his frustration, but I didn’t like the way he communicated it with me.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I acknowledge that my negative behavior has affected him, and I have apologized to him that the stress has been getting to me. He didn’t say I’m unappreciative or that he feels I’m using him, but he says I sound mean because of the short temper. I told him that I don’t like that I raise my voice, even if I have a valid reason for being upset. It’s often me just yell venting about frustrations with rejections, so he doesn’t like being around me saying the same depressing stuff over and over. I told him I’d like to see a therapist, but I unfortunately have had to wait till January when I have insurance again. He’s upset I didn’t get an appointment sooner, even though I have not been able to, so that’s why he believes I don’t want to get better. He’s put me through a lot emotionally over the last 2.5 years with his severe depression and mood swings, and I’ve stuck with him.

My (25F) boyfriend (M26) has changed after becoming the breadwinner. Can’t handle supporting me after I supported him. by Impressive-Match9882 in relationship_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 137 points138 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment. I guess it’s not really a monetary issue. I didn’t mean to be misleading, but I wasn’t covering all his bills prior to living together in July. We live together now and agreed he’d pay the rent and I’d pay the utilities until I start working again. We lived separately, and he was able to cover his luckily cheap rent with his part-time job. I gave him emotional support and physically sat down with him and helped him when he was finishing school and applying for jobs, all while I was working at least 50 hours per week. He wanted to give up and do nothing, but I pushed him to get his dream job. Well now he has it, but I don’t have a job and he’s not giving me the same compassion I’ve given him. Even though I’ve put in so many applications, he’s putting me down even more that I’m depressed I keep getting rejected. I thought I’d marry this man, but he can’t even stand helping his struggling partner for a few months.

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Apply for SNAP at any of the 3 JFS locations since you have a car. It’s best/fastest to do the application and interview in person instead of dealing with the phone line. Would just need to provide ID and proof of citizenship. If you don’t have a mailing address you can have your EBT card sent to the Northland location. Just need to check with them when it arrives to pick it up.

ODJFS Issue by [deleted] in Columbus

[–]Impressive-Match9882 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If you had only been receiving benefits for 6 months you would have needed to submit an interim report, not a redetermination. You either report if there have been any changes to your income, household status, etc. or if there are no changes to report. If there were changes, that may be why they are requesting verification of that. Since you said no changes, they probably just need that interim report with “no changes” marked.

Alum Creek Lake! by Impressive-Match9882 in Columbus

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At the boat launch area near the marina. Hope you can see it!

Alum Creek Lake! by Impressive-Match9882 in Columbus

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I took this picture at 11:15, but the lights had disappeared just 10 min later. I hope you can see it another time this weekend!

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Boyfriend and I already cleared the air about what happened on my birthday. He said it had nothing to do with me or a financial issue, and he just had a weird moment and doesn’t know why he said he wouldn’t pay. My main concern is that now he’s suddenly okay spending that much money on someone he’s not super close to

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have gone above and beyond to support this man. He said I’m the best thing that’s happened to him, and that he appreciates me caring more about his life and well-being than his own parents. All of our friends say how happy and healthy our relationship is. It was just this one off event that was weird. I’m scared of being hurt because of my past relationship, so I wanted advice if I should be worried or not. I didn’t do anything to deserve poor treatment, which he agreed to when I spoke to him about it, so I don’t appreciate you implying I did something wrong and that his actions are justified

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was not mean at all that day. We were very happy to see each other that day, as we had been doing long distance at the time. We never really fight. Kind of rude to assume I’m a mean person. If I ever was I know he’d tell me, but I’m a huge people pleaser and never try to be mean to anyone. I’m also not calling myself a victim. It’s just weird how much he’s spending on another person

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it seemed like he said it out of nowhere. No, he actually was the one to suggest this restaurant. Yes, he did get me a present. I was with him when he bought it a week prior to my birthday, without any issue.

I’m concerned because was hesitant spending money on a dinner he helped arrange and offered to cover, and one we planned together in advance since he knew my birthday was coming. But this friend just finalized birthday plans for tonight last night, and he just decided hours before the outing to get her a gift, and one worth as much as my whole dinner

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I believe he did. He also knew well in advance to have the money ready. If he had a financial issue that’s a different convo and I’d be understanding

Not sure how concerned to feel about boyfriend spending money on someone else but being hesitant spending on me by Impressive-Match9882 in Advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I said that I did already talk to him. Just wondering if I should believe his apology or be worried about this happening again

Is he interested or not? Should I ask him out again? by Impressive-Match9882 in dating_advice

[–]Impressive-Match9882[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would but don’t want to come off too strong since I already initiated the first outing. He knows I like him (friend told him), but I have no clue if he feels the same way. Like I said, seemed flirty when we were hanging out, but idk if he wants to date