Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. In any healthy relationship, your feelings should be respected. You should be able to put clear boundaries where needed, and to share your feelings, however vulnerable, with them. If you feel like you can’t even speak up about your basic desires, wants, needs, and feelings, then there’s no point in continuing the relationship. It will never go anywhere if you feel like you’re silenced, or your feelings aren’t respected. In this Reddit thread, i…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. In a marriage, your communication, dynamic, an d relationship should be predicated on trust and honesty. It’s a strange world we live in where people turn to the internet and strangers for guidance in their marriage, instead of just talking to their partners or a professional. Despite how a person chooses to cope with their relationship and marriage questions, money will always come up. Someone is usually in charge of finances in a marriage, an…

"I’m tired of it. I feel like I’m enabling him to live irresponsibly, and it's starting to feel more like I'm being taken advantage of than helping family."

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Arguments will always take place in a marriage, but what separates a healthy marriage from an unhealthy one is how the couple argues. There are certain things partners should never say to each other. Partners should never name call, gaslight, or become violent. Raising one’s voice is understandable, but screaming isn’t. It’s a common coping mechanism to deflect one’s wrongdoings in an argument and not take responsibility where it’s due. In this…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Entitlement seems to be a personality trait at this point. Growing up with jealousy and envy towards a sibling is never a good feeling, but ultimately the person needs to be mature and handle their own life instead of focusing on someone else’s. Being the ‘golden child’ isn’t always better; the black sheep may get more leniency for being unseen or unnoticed. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a woman whose wedding was ruined by…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Money and finances are surprisingly a huge reason couples break up. More and more people nowadays are deciding on keeping separate bank accounts from their spouses, while still maintaining a shared one. It’s surprising to think that one could get married and not have any idea about their partner’s spending habits, but it happens. Being frugal has become an increasingly important skillset in the modern era. In this Reddit thread, the husband is…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. There are certain things in life that we feel possessive about, and rightfully so. Someone touching our phone may feel like a violation worthy of the guillotine, and someone sitting at our work desk may make us feel like we’re going insane. Our belongings and our spaces should never be intruded upon, no matter how much audacity someone has. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a man who lives his stuff, his privacy, and wants people to respect hi…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. As children, sometimes we just don’t know any better. I truly believe some children are just born to be naughtier and more mischievous than others. Regardless of how much a parent may try to reel their kid in, make them behave, and teach them lessons, the kid may rebel anyway. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a woman whose daughter has a 16-year-old grudge against her cousin, and OP supports it. The cousin let the daughter’s c…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. We often do a lot for our partners and loved ones. From lauding them for their accomplishments, assuaging them through emotional times, or just comforting them when they need us. We all have our boundaries though, and even through a willingness to unconditionally love and support our partners, we have to b e obstinate when our boundaries are crossed. In this Reddit thread, it centers around an engaged couple. The original poster (OP) is a woman…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. We’re all the main character in the movie of our life. The world revolves around us , and our comforts, our wants, our needs. Why would a stranger’s needs surpass our own? Why should we sacrifice our comforts and wants for the sake of someone else? We all have our boundaries regarding this, and that’s exactly what this Reddit thread is about. In this Reddit piece, the original poster (OP) is a man who’s booked a window seat on a flight due to his height. It’s…

"Life isn't perfect, but your outfit can be."

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. We’ve all dealt with entitled Karen's, but they never cease to amaze us with their audacity. From their abhorrent complaints, to their pedant entitlement, these archetypes of a woman really do exist. It can sneak up on you to think that even your neighbor can turn out to be a Karen. To expect your neighbor to host a party for your child’s birthday is outrageous and beyond entitled. What has this person experienced that they expect practically a…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. You can know someone for years, spend all your time with them, even live with them, until one reproaching day unveils a curtain you weren’t prepared to diges t. When the rose colored glasses fall off and long ignored verisimilitude appears, it can be jarring and traumatic. Honesty and trust predicate any healthy relationship, and their foundation is what keeps couples together. This brings us to the Reddit thread. The original poster (OP) is a…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts and aficionados. There seems to b e endless stories of Karens wanderin g the Earth. Whether they’re your customer at a restaurant, your neighbor, or in your workplace, they show their true colors in every situation. They always have food to bring back to the kitchen, a complaint about your lawn upkeep, or your perfume at work. They’ve earned their name for a reason ; for their entitled, selfish, and grossly inappropriate behavior. The funny thing about Karens,…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. If there’s one thing about mother-in-law’s , it’s that you either love them or you hate them. They can be a pain in the butt, or your best friend. It’s no wonder there are so many nightmare stories about MIL’s demands, expectations, and overall rudeness towards their DIL’s. And don’t get me started on the way they baby their sons…half these MIL’s still wish they could clean their kid’s diapers. In this Reddit story, it centers about a MIL and D…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Having one’s first child is an exciting and exulting time in a woman’s life. The introduction to motherhood, the anticipation of newfound joy and love in your offspring, and the warmth of family will give any new mother that special glow. Now, most people in Western countries have around 2 children on average. When someone is on their 6th child, when does it come time to put an end to this facade of baby showers? The whole idea is to give gifts…