tidal Posted June 13, 2006 Share Posted June 13, 2006 I lost my job a month ago and my boyfriend suggested I move in with him because he can take care of bills and finances. I'm planning on going to grad school next year, so he suggested I could just take the year off and live with him instead of working. I have mentioned many times that I really want a job and feel rather worthless without one. He has done a bit of looking for jobs with me but whenever I mention another job I applied for, he reminds me that I don't need to bother with that. Is he being unsupportive of my wanting to work, or is he simply trying to give me an easier lifestyle? And is it overanalyzing to think that if I stayed home all the time I would lose my identity? Link to post Share on other sites
catgirl1927 Posted June 13, 2006 Share Posted June 13, 2006 I think you might be overanalyzing. But I think if you want a job you should get one. I think he might just enjoy taking care of you, which is very nice, but if I were you I'd keep looking for a job. Link to post Share on other sites
Buttaflyy Posted June 13, 2006 Share Posted June 13, 2006 Is he being unsupportive of my wanting to work, or is he simply trying to give me an easier lifestyle? And is it overanalyzing to think that if I stayed home all the time I would lose my identity? Sounds like he's being very supportive of your general situation. But if you need to work and feel useless without doing so. You should get a job. He's not telling you not to (which is good btw.) Some women do feel as if they lose their identities if they are dependent upon others. Personally, I happen to be one of those people. Link to post Share on other sites
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