Man Gives Wife Two Options: Work or House Chores! 😲

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Imagine coming home from a long day at work, only to find a messy house, dirty dishes, and a partner who's spent the day watching TV. That's the reality for one man, who's now demanding his stay-at-home wife either get a job or take on the household chores. The couple's domestic drama is stirring up quite a storm, as we delve into their story. 🌩️🏠

The Job Loss and New Role 📉🏠

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The SAHW Who Doesn't Do Chores 🚫🧹

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The House in Disarray 🏚️

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Breaking Point 😤

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Communication Breakdown 💔

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Two Options: Work or Chores 💼🧹

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Ultimatum and Backlash 💥

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Mental Health Argument 🧠

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

The Final Stand 🛏️

gobacktoworkwifey | gobacktoworkwifey

Man's Ultimatum to Wife: 'Work or Do Chores!' Ignites Domestic Drama 🌪️

In a riveting tale of domestic discord, one man has laid down the law to his stay-at-home wife: either get a job or do the household chores. The wife's refusal to work or take on the majority of the housework has left our protagonist at his wit's end. Arguments, tears, and temporary changes have done nothing to alter the status quo, leading to an ultimatum that's sparked a fiery backlash. The wife claims working would harm her mental health, but the husband argues his mental health is also at stake. As the dust settles, we're left wondering: who's in the right here? Let's see what the internet thinks of this situation... 🤔

NTA. Divorce cheaper and less stressful. She won't change. 😲

GonnaBeOverIt | GonnaBeOverIt

"What's your contribution? NTA. Maybe she has depression." 😲

RainbowSparklePie | RainbowSparklePie

NTA: Money troubles or something deeper? 🤔

Guilty666 | Guilty666

"I refuse to believe there is an adult this childish." 😱

Coachtzu | Coachtzu

NTA. You're not being controlling at all - she needs responsibilities. 😲

floppybunny86 | floppybunny86

NTA. Taking care of the house and working? Not fair! 😲

strawberries-cigs | strawberries-cigs

NTA! Sounds like she's manipulating you with waterworks. Teamwork matters! 😲

Optimal_Owl7514 | Optimal_Owl7514

NTA. Work for money or cleanliness, like society for millennia. 😲

fhornofvalere | fhornofvalere

NTA. Wife needs to take responsibility. Time for tough love. 😲

Conspiring_Bitch | Conspiring_Bitch

NTA. She needs a wake up call. 🚨

snsmadness89 | snsmadness89

Marriage is a partnership. NTA for expecting equality and effort. 🙌

Terra88draco | Terra88draco

INFO: Was the balance of work equitable before she lost her job? Have there been other changes in her behavior since? 🤔

flaky-burnt | flaky-burnt

NTA: Ultimatum given, marriage on the line. Who's the servant?

Mishy162 | Mishy162

NTA: Wife needs to pull her weight as a stay-at-home mom 👏

Monkeyruler164 | Monkeyruler164

NTA. Wife needs to contribute either through work or chores. 💪

weshallbekind | weshallbekind

Marriage is a partnership! Definitely NTA in this situation. 👭

AzulineAmphisbaena | AzulineAmphisbaena

Homelessness vs. chores: which is really harder? 🤔

FedgeNoNo | FedgeNoNo

NTA- Adults need to contribute to the household. Is she avoiding work or using mental health as an excuse? 🤔

AUDMCJSW | AUDMCJSW

Comment: divorce 😲

nothxneeded | nothxneeded

NTA - Wife should work or be a SAHW, not leeching. 😲

RoanDragonKing | RoanDragonKing

User criticizes woman's work ethic, suggests job at Walmart 😲

Maleficent-Ear3571 | Maleficent-Ear3571

NTA - Man's ultimatum sparks debate on gender roles. 👏

wolfe1989 | wolfe1989

NTA. Fair to limit purchases if she won't contribute. 👍

Mother_Study9115 | Mother_Study9115

NTA, if this is real. 🤔

jrm1102 | jrm1102

NTA - Fairness and mental health matter. Share the load! 🙌

ThomzLC | ThomzLC

NTA: Wife needs to contribute or find a new place! 🙌

[deleted] | [deleted]

NTA. Equal contributions or accept inequality. Show her your workload.

LegoCaltrops | LegoCaltrops

NTA: SAHW or Stay-at-Home Freeloader? Mental health concerns?

This_Grab_452 | This_Grab_452

NTA: Turn the tables on her and take a vacation too! 😲

jizzy_lizzie | jizzy_lizzie

NTA: Freeloading SAHM gets a reality check if you leave! 😲

minimanmike1 | minimanmike1

Understanding spouse's struggles with mental health and offering support ❤️

[deleted] | [deleted]

Man gives wife ultimatum: work or chores! Not the a**hole!

diewitasmile | diewitasmile

NTA. Wife is an emotional narcissist. Marinara. Marinara. Marinara. 😲

Lea_R_ning | Lea_R_ning

Food feud: NTA wants wife to cook her own meals! 🤪

Bubbly-Kitty-2425 | Bubbly-Kitty-2425

Divorce seems like the best option for both of you. 🙌

No_Stage_6158 | No_Stage_6158

NTA. Help her find a routine and break up chores!

[deleted] | [deleted]

NTA. Ex-fiance was lazy, had to harass him for chores. Relatable!

miss_random_88 | miss_random_88

NTA: No kids? Get up and do something! Breaking point.

[deleted] | [deleted]

NTA! A new word for a hilarious situation! 😂

TrashTechy | TrashTechy

NTA: SAHW defends her role, suggests husband try hotel life 😲

lynng | lynng

Comment predicts future pregnancy to escape unreasonable husband. NTA 😲

Odd_Trifle_2604 | Odd_Trifle_2604

Choose job or divorce lawyer? It's getting serious. NTA

[deleted] | [deleted]

Commenter calls out laziness and suggests seeking help or leaving.

Lucky_Ad_1115 | Lucky_Ad_1115

NTA! Don't let her take advantage of you. Stand your ground! 🙌

Netty1420 | Netty1420

NTA: Fair division of household responsibilities when one partner stays home. 👍

Sammakko660 | Sammakko660

Husband controls wife's finances, advice is to get a divorce! 😲

Lanky_Turnover_5389 | Lanky_Turnover_5389

NTA. Even split of chores, but is she struggling with depression?

starswirlpearl | starswirlpearl

NTA girl, living the dream! Clean house, cook dinner, no kids?! 😍

Rheagilliah | Rheagilliah

Choose: work, chores, or divorce. No free rides in partnership! 😲

no_therworldly | no_therworldly

NTA considering divorce? Reduce alimony, get a recent work history! 😲

darth4caedus | darth4caedus

NTA: Communication is key! Sit down and talk it out. 👍

grimikiru | grimikiru

A**hole husband wants wife to choose: work or chores! 🤯

Character_Point_7176 | Character_Point_7176

Choose therapy or divorce. Lazy behavior won't change overnight. 🤔

CakePhool | CakePhool

OP suggests ditching wife for being 'worthless' 😲

roxannefromarkansas | roxannefromarkansas

Flashbacks? Definitely not the a**hole in this situation! 😲

Dinguskahn12 | Dinguskahn12

NTA: Beware of the sneaky pillow princess! Get out now! 😲

Fuzzy_Department2799 | Fuzzy_Department2799

Divorce looming? NTA. Communication breakdown. Mediation needed for partnership revival! 😲

ExcellentWaffles | ExcellentWaffles

NTA! Fair to expect help with chores after work. 👍

Agile_Flow8586 | Agile_Flow8586

NTA! Sharing house chores fairly is crucial for a healthy relationship. 🙌

Agile_Flow8586 | Agile_Flow8586

Lazy wife refuses to work, husband takes charge of chores! 😲

Carney7788 | Carney7788

Partner neglects responsibilities, divorce may be imminent. 😲

Creatureteacher86150 | Creatureteacher86150

Questioning the marriage: Why stay with her? NTA 😲

Joholification | Joholification

Man gives wife ultimatum: work or house chores! Not the a**hole! 😎

-Regina-Filange | -Regina-Filange

Lazy freeloader wife refuses to work. NTA for setting boundaries. 😲

TerribleTwinTeddy | TerribleTwinTeddy

NTA. Wife lost job, home should be spotless. She needs therapy.

Thedarkfic | Thedarkfic

NTA: SAHW is a scam! No reason to fund her life! 😲

schetzo | schetzo

Struggling with chores due to ADHD, seeking understanding and solutions. 🤔

Puppin_Tea_16 | Puppin_Tea_16

NTA: Stay at home spouse explains the hard work and dedication.

Raindrops_On-Roses | Raindrops_On-Roses

OP stands up for equality, wife needs counseling. 🙏

alc1982 | alc1982

Not the a**hole. Let's hear the reasoning behind it! 😊

Sureokayiguess1 | Sureokayiguess1

NTA. Stay at home spouse's responsibilities are clear 😲

Flat_Contribution707 | Flat_Contribution707

NTA but is she a lazy free loader? 🤔

slyfelixcopter | slyfelixcopter

NTA. Wife's entitlement jeopardizes future support. Divorce may be inevitable. 😲

KINGCOCO | KINGCOCO

NTA. Restricting her access to money will reveal her true colors! 😲

[deleted] | [deleted]

OP's wife expects them to work, do chores, and raise kids? NTA

fire1967 | fire1967

NTA: Partner's refusal to be an adult is a turn off 😲

Pristine-Mastodon-37 | Pristine-Mastodon-37

NTA: Wife needs to contribute. Sudden change may need evaluation. 😲

v_blondie | v_blondie

NTA. Wife needs to contribute to the marriage. What's her role?

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Commenter suggests wife may be depressed, OP reached breaking point

jb04200 | jb04200

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