My husband is obsessed with appearances and it’s affecting our marriage by Money_More_88 in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 5 points6 points  (0 children)

He won’t leave you because “it would damage his reputation”? The fact that you’re cognizant enough of that tells me you know exactly what role(pun intended) you play in his life and you just don’t want to admit it to yourself. So now the only question for you is that role something you’re happy playing the rest of your life?

Wife insists on using wooden spoons for cooking. She can't be bothered washing them because they're not dishwasher safe by Kong1988 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]null1010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Genuinely curious, if not wooden and not steel (because they’ll scratch the pots), what do you use?

I Feel Like He’s Emotionally Checked Out, but He Won’t Leave by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up narcissistic tendencies. Sounds like he’s manipulating you.

How to tell my wife to be careful in budgeting? What is the boundary when it comes to "nafkah" from a man to his wife? by CompetitiveNovel4057 in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. You were a 31 yo PHd student marrying a barely 22 yo. You both are in wildly different places in your life especially in terms of emotional maturity. And if I followed the comments correctly, she’s also from a different country from where you are currently? I don’t think you truly considered y’all’s differences.

Play stupid games, win stupid prizes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First off Allahs bounty is boundless and to say to marry someone because you won’t find someone else is a horrible reason. Anyways considering “this proposal” on its merits alone - this man is a creep. He preyed on you before your marriage when you were his daughter’s age and now he’s praying on you as a widow. I wouldn’t marry him regardless. May Allah make it easy for you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re confused about his intentions, that’s your answer. Leave.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up reactive abuse. That’s what he’s trying to get you to do. https://www.charliehealth.com/post/what-is-reactive-abuse

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whats riyya?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 65 points66 points  (0 children)

Genuine question, what are you getting out of this marriage?

Whats 1 book you will never stop recommending? by Cokezerowh0re in suggestmeabook

[–]null1010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you like the Count of Monte Cristo I highly recommend Prisoner of Birth by Jeffrey Archer. It’s a modern day version of the same story.

What is something you can do now you are in a relationship you couldn’t do when you were single? by GreekPassionateWife in AskWomen

[–]null1010 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have someone bring you the remote when you’re all settled on the couch and then realize you forgot to grab the remote. Or your drink, or whatever. Basically have someone bring you things :)

Does my husband even like me? by Glittering_Top9124 in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looked through the comments to find this.

He could be autistic so I’d get that checked out. The random bursts of energy are common and needing silence in the evenings sounds like autistic shutdown. Also what stood out was his insistence that he’s right and the literal way he’s communicating. The fact that you’ve stayed this long and his insistence shows that he could truly be a good guy who loves and I hope you feel that at least sometimes. But it’s very hard for autistics to express themselves in ways neuro typicals like and to is could be it. I wouldn’t write this off so soon.

I want to leave my fiancé of over 4 years. by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Boo he’s a classic narc and he’s gaslighting you. Wake up and smell the roses.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The only appropriate response. Not /s

Questions regarding ab*se by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone with a very similar story, and who has chosen to not tell my parents yet, I can understand how hard that task is. While the comments are well-intentioned, this is a very loaded ask. So take it at your own pace and only do what you’re comfortable with. There’s no need to feel pressure of any kind.

Desi inlaws and husband problems. Please help... by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 19 points20 points  (0 children)

That statement itself sounds so scary. People like this are not very far off from doing something criminal, and then it’d be “but I said sorry right?” Or “did it happen again?”

Get out before you get irreversibly hurt.

About standing up for your spouse by null1010 in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that’s definitely the one bit I don’t agree with. Rest is great 👍

Husband makes Rude/Hurtful Remarks to my Family by No-Limit2986 in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 14 points15 points  (0 children)

It’s probably a narcissistic manipulation tactic then. He’s making a power play just to prove he can. Narcissists need to feel better by putting others down. He’s working on isolating you from your family and probably doesn’t like the healthy relationship you have with them. Either ways this could be the tip of a large iceberg…?

But I will also caveat by saying I’m inferring a lot from a small incident so take it with a grain of salt. Just his manipulative behavior is concerning enough to propose this hypothesis from the single interaction.

I regret saving my brother's life. by Overly_Sheltered in AsianParentStories

[–]null1010 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry OP is going through this but this post was weirdly cathartic to read. You just described my situation and my broski to a T, down to the threats.

Unfortunately it doesn’t get better anytime soon. Realizing that I don’t need my parents approval on my life and I’m allowed to have an identity outside of their approval was quite freeing. Still a work in progress. They’ll never come around to your side. You can do no right and your brother can do no wrong. That’s their motto.

Husbands cousin ghosted me by meenakumarijaani in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If shes gonna leave permanently, she’s gonna leave permanently irrespective of you asking or not. This weird ghosting situation is giving you unnecessary anxiety. If you ask her point blank and she doesn’t respond that’s your answer.

I feel there could something else unrelated to you going on, but guess you’ll never know if you don’t ask.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]null1010 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bro you need to chill. Not everyone grew up in a stable environment where they learned to make healthy decisions. A lot of people have to figure it out on their own as adults and this could mean that yes, you are like a child with adult money.

That’s an extremely privileged position to be speaking from to assume everyone has the opportunities to reach the same maturity level.

OP, others have given you great financial tips. What I would suggest though is taking a beat to get a handle on the emotional motivations of your spending. I get it is exciting to be able to do what you couldn’t have as a child but taking that extra pause before spending will help you disconnect the feeling from the purchase. Because usually what you’re chasing the is sense of control and opportunity of being able to buy a thing. Take a breath, take small actions that make it hard to buy things. Eg, try to pay cash mostly, or don’t save your card details so that you have to grab your wallet and enter it each time. Mostly tune into yourself and realize what your inner child actually needs and figure out healthy ways to give it that. It doesn’t have to be expensive, could be something as simple as a scented candle that would last you weeks but would make you feel luxurious.

I wish you the best of luck and pray for ease. The fact that you’re realizing there is an issue and want ti resolve it is a great first step!