When a couple’s roles change, it can be difficult to adjust. In this AITA post, a woman quit her job to take care of the house while her boyfriend’s career took off. She feels left out and resentful of his success. But is she justified in feeling this way? Click to read more about their situation and decide for yourself.
Boyfriend’s health issues cause strain on relationship and household duties.

Navigating gender roles and societal expectations in a relationship

Boyfriend’s sudden success leads to suspicion and resentment.

Unequal financial support causing strain in relationship

Feeling left out of your partner’s success?

Partner dismisses woman’s contribution to their shared achievement

Feeling undervalued in relationship, woman questions if she’s wrong

Is it wrong to feel unappreciated in your partner’s success?
In a relationship, it’s normal to feel proud of your partner’s accomplishments and success. However, what happens when you feel unappreciated in their achievements? In this post, a woman questions if she’s wrong for feeling this way towards her boyfriend’s success. She quit her job to take care of the housework while he focused on his career, but now she feels left behind. She’s frustrated that he gets rewarded for an achievement that she feels they accomplished together. The situation has caused tension in the relationship as the boyfriend sees her as ungrateful. As we delve into the comments, let’s explore the dynamics of relationships and how we can support our partners while also feeling valued in the relationship.
Comment section debates if the amount of housework is justified.
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Commenters agree that the boyfriend is selfish and OP deserves better

Boyfriend’s toxic behavior makes OP feel unappreciated and trapped. NTA.

OP feels unappreciated in relationship where she quit job to do chores. Commenters advise against relying on BF for financial security.

Curious commenters question details of boyfriend’s health and career success.

OP realizes the abusive situation and plans to move out.

Commenter questions validity of post, others offer support.

Commenter questions story inconsistencies in NTA reply.

NTA, financial abuse is a serious issue. Consider your options

Dump him This boy does not respect you.

Commenter sympathizes with the poster’s situation and calls out financial abuse.

Career on hold for boyfriend’s success but not valued? NTA

Doubts raised about authenticity of post and success story

Stand up for yourself! You deserve better than a bangmaid.

Commenter suggests getting a job after boyfriend’s unsupportive behavior

Leave him or get a job- controlling partner is abusive

Feeling unappreciated in boyfriend’s success, possible financial abuse.

Financial abuse is not okay, you deserve better ❌

Commenter advises leaving a disrespectful boyfriend with emoji.

Independence is important. NTA for feeling unappreciated.
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Reconsidering a relationship: when is it time to leave?

Support for unappreciated partner, advice to focus on self-care

Boyfriend doesn’t appreciate girlfriend’s help with success

Commenter advises woman to get a job and respect herself

Commenter suggests finding own job and leaving AH boyfriend.

Take control of your finances and your happiness

Comment suggests OP get a job or dump her awful boyfriend
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Unfair power dynamic in relationship, OP deserves better

Commenter questions why woman quit job for housework in toxic relationship.

Commenter suggests solution for unappreciated girlfriend

Curious commenter questions boyfriend’s selective abilities

Practical advice to balance work and home responsibilities!

Age is just a number Success takes time

Curiosity sparks as commenter questions boyfriend’s inconsistencies

Commenter says boyfriend is treating her like a maid.

Don’t undervalue your contributions. NTA for feeling unappreciated.

Financially controlling boyfriend? Red flags all around. #NTA

Encouraging reply urges OP to pursue education for success

Commenter questions boyfriend’s medical condition and division of household chores.

Commenter suggests harsh reality, sparks no further discussion
