Husband Provides All For His Family Still Gets Asked For Divorce By His Wife

Meet OP, a 37-year-old father, finds himself of a marriage crisis as his wife, 36, has requested a divorce or separation. They have two sons, and work in jobs with different income levels, contributing to the care of their children. The wife, dissatisfied for months and has had a feeling of having more in the relationship.

OP describes his wife as having higher standards, and being the primary decision-maker. In contrast, OP feels overwhelmed and prefers a simpler, more adaptable approach to life. The wife perceives OP as lacking initiative, leading to frustration. 

The wife expresses frustration with OP's contributions at home, feeling like she has to care for him like another child. While OP acknowledges his shortcomings, he emphasizes efforts in areas like childcare, nighttime feedings, and supporting her work.

Despite expressing his love for his wife and a reluctance towards divorce, uncertainty looms over the future of their relationship. Let's see Reddit's verdict!

Brace Yourselves

Setting The Context

Should Have Learned This Before Having Kids

Materialism Vs Sentimental Values

OP Works A Lot And Still Has To Do More

Imo I Think OP Works Really Hard Enough

Feel Bad For This Marriage

It Is Really A Bad?

Should Have Learned To Step Up More OP

Try Couselling OP

Maybe OP Doesn't Care Much For The House

It Could Be The Way For OPs Wife To Get Out

Do This First If You Want To Save Your Marriage

OP Seems Very Unmitivated

I Guess It's A Type Of Husband

It Think All The Wives Need Is A God Command Of Doing Housework

OP Doesn't Understand It

OP Does Feel Like A Child

Maybe OP Knows It Beforehand