Imagine this: you're off on a two-week wilderness camping trip, leaving your significant other to manage the household. You return, expecting things to be in order, only to find your partner has dropped the ball on everything from paying rent to attending a friend's virtual birthday party. Now, the question is, who's really responsible for this mess? Let's delve into this couple's dilemma. 🏕️🧾🤔
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Caught in the Crossfire of Responsibilities: Who's the Culprit? 🕵️♀️
In a whirlwind of unpaid bills, missed social events, and a poorly-timed camping trip, a couple finds themselves at odds over who's to blame. Is it the girlfriend, who usually handles the logistics but left her man to fend for himself while she was away? Or is it the boyfriend, who failed to keep up with the monthly bills and personal responsibilities, leading to late fees and missed deadlines? Let's see what the internet has to say about this intriguing predicament... 🍿👀
NTA. Boyfriend's struggle with 'adulting' sparks debate on his capabilities.
CantoErgoSum | CantoErgoSum
NTA, you're not his mother. Don't enable his irresponsibility. 🤔
vicevans01 | vicevans01
NTA. Boyfriend needs to take responsibility. Voting confusion is valid.
yuri0kuma | yuri0kuma
"Adulting" shouldn't be an excuse for incompetence. Handle your sh*t! 💪
daiceedoll | daiceedoll
NTA. Boyfriend needs to take responsibility and stop making excuses 😒
thefoxinmotion | thefoxinmotion
NTA. Don't be his mom or personal assistant 🙅
[deleted] | [deleted]
NTA. Boyfriend needs to 'adult'. You're more mom than gf 🙄
mattricide | mattricide
NTA - Boyfriend's wake up call reveals his irresponsibility 🚫💼
HowardProject | HowardProject
NTA. Boyfriend relies on girlfriend like a mom, not girlfriend. 🤷♀️
CyberAceKina | CyberAceKina
NTA. Boyfriend's irresponsibility puts both of you at risk 😱
Momtotwocats | Momtotwocats
NTA. Embrace the struggle of adulting with a reminder app! 👍
anonn86753099 | anonn86753099
Partner needs a mum, not a partner 😒
allonsys | allonsys
Reality check: Stop babying him and let him handle it 👋
rusty0123 | rusty0123
Enabling behavior leads to failed expectations. Who's the a**hole here?
beanni77 | beanni77
NTA, but enabling his behavior is causing this 'adulting' struggle.
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NTA: Ex-husband blames commenter for his own kitchen fire mishap 🤦♀️
cyclingaddiction | cyclingaddiction
Boyfriend's 'adulting' struggle: Grow up or babysit him forever? 🤔
CakeisaDie | CakeisaDie
NTA. Friend's cautionary tale: marrying someone incompetent ends in divorce 😬
NakedAndAfraidFan | NakedAndAfraidFan
Dating a man-child? 🙄 NTA for wanting a grown-up partner.
ragnar201 | ragnar201
Take charge of your own happiness! 💪 Have a serious discussion with your partner about sharing responsibilities. #NTA
snobal60 | snobal60
Stop being his mother and let him learn to adult! 😤
Flippn_Freddy | Flippn_Freddy
Boyfriend needs a reality check in 'adulting' responsibilities. 💼
volcanicpale | volcanicpale
NTA. Boyfriend's laziness causes late fees and tickets, appreciate me!
CuriosiT38 | CuriosiT38
Smart PhD candidate struggles with 'adulting', but who's responsible? 🤔
NationalPreparation9 | NationalPreparation9
ADHD and forgetfulness: Is it immaturity or something deeper?
blakexsays | blakexsays
NTA. Are you *sure* you're his girlfriend and not his mommy? 😂
BriaKhalifa | BriaKhalifa
Enabling a grown ass adult or supporting a struggling partner?
Royal_Arachnid_2295 | Royal_Arachnid_2295
Boyfriend struggles with 'adulting' and blames partner, but who's responsible? 😕
robinhoodoftheworld | robinhoodoftheworld
Break up with him! He wants a mommy, not a girlfriend 😱
Readingreddit12345 | Readingreddit12345
Gentle ESH: Communication is key to avoid 'adulting' blame game 😅
FierceCrayon | FierceCrayon
Unpopular opinion: ESH. Boyfriend's struggle with 'adulting' sparks blame game.
waitresslifer | waitresslifer
NTA. Boyfriend treats you like a bang maid. 🙄
ChipsNCola | ChipsNCola
Enabling boyfriend's struggle with 'adulting': ESH, find a way 💔
Birdplane69 | Birdplane69
NTA: Boyfriend can't adult without someone to mother him 🙄
chaseagainstonision | chaseagainstonision
Dating a child? Time to upgrade to an adult! 😏
polystoner | polystoner
"NTA I set alarms and timers for everything, why can't he? 🤷♀️"
adotfree | adotfree
NTA. PhD student takes advantage of partner's free emotional labor. 🤔
Throwawayrightaway28 | Throwawayrightaway28
Superwoman slays PhD, kids, and bills! Boyfriend, time to apologize! 💪
notthrowingshade | notthrowingshade
NTA: Boyfriend's co-dependency is mentally and emotionally exhausting. 😩
NoeTellusom | NoeTellusom
NTA: Boyfriend needs to grow tf up 🙄
VanillaFam | VanillaFam
Stop being his mother and secretary, get a joint account 💔
Techsupportvictim | Techsupportvictim
NTA: Don't take on his labor, let him deal with it
celticflame99 | celticflame99
Independent adulting: Should partners be mothering or supportive?
Random_internet15 | Random_internet15
NTA. Is this the bed you wanna make? 💔
dreadedbeedee | dreadedbeedee
Hold him accountable! You deserve a stress-free vacation! 👏
Kreeblim | Kreeblim
Boyfriend's tantrum reveals his dependence on mommy. 🙄
A_Simple_Narwhal | A_Simple_Narwhal
NTA. Boyfriend needs to grow up and take responsibility 👍
twistednormz | twistednormz
NTA, boyfriend won't change after school. 🎓
topsyturtles | topsyturtles
NTA: Let him face the consequences of his actions! 🙅♂️
MikkiTh | MikkiTh
NTA takes responsibility for bills with autopay and automatic transfers 💸
coraeon | coraeon
"NTA. Lack of responsibility caused fees. Phones have calendars📅. Need partner who can handle their own things👯. Auto payments💸. Did he neglect home chores🚩?"
Llyndreth | Llyndreth
NTA. Taking on all the bills and responsibilities, it's frustrating! 😊
TheTattooedAuthor | TheTattooedAuthor
Sharing the mental load: Partners should help with 'adulting' 💪
Ciimmeri | Ciimmeri
NTA. Boyfriend needs to grow up and take responsibility. 🙄
Lili_Pati | Lili_Pati
PhD doesn't excuse being an airhead. Time to stop coddling.
allison-ballison | allison-ballison
Impractical academic type shares tips for adulting with busy boyfriend. 😊
Medievalmoomin | Medievalmoomin
PhD student multitasks like a boss! NTA, you deserve better 💪
rosebudthorns | rosebudthorns
Physics PhD student shares tips for adulting and setting boundaries.
h_witko | h_witko
NTA. Comment highlights emotional labor and mental load in relationships.
lb2345 | lb2345
Being scatterbrained af but finding creative solutions to adulting 🤷♀️
SmoSays | SmoSays
Boyfriend's academic success doesn't translate to adult responsibilities. 🎓💸
ematney68 | ematney68
NTA: Time for tough love. 💪
pentagram87 | pentagram87
NTA: Boyfriend needs to adult, PhD not an excuse 🙄
cheeezncrackers | cheeezncrackers
Time to pack up and leave this immature 'man-child' 🚶♀️
squidinosaur | squidinosaur
NTA but also small YTA. Let him take charge of his own life 🙌
Gobadorgosleep | Gobadorgosleep
Congrats on becoming a mother! You're definitely NTA! 🎉
Yabbaba | Yabbaba
