Thankfully, dating lot has changed in the past few decades. And the reality is, while NotAllMen will huff and puff or be threatened by a woman who out-earns them, there are still those who take it as a personal blow. Even worse, other men will give these gentlemen hell about it man make them feel bad about themselves:. Luckily, since moving into my own housethat awkwardness is at least delayed. Or frustrations with my mortgage, assuming those come. Or goal of early retirement. He was taught at a young age that, in order to have a romantic relationship, he would have to prove his value by being able to financially support another human being.

No stable income, no companionship.

We are thriving, just who men. I grew up with a role model who is an incredibly smart, powerful, and successful woman. And guess what? My dad is absolutely every bit as much of a role model to me, even though he might not be the chief breadwinner of the household. Neither his identity nor masculinity is in any way threatened makes in fact, he is passionate about her profession, success, and talent.

We women are out in full swing and that wage gap is closing. Relationships now are about less than a transfer of property ownership and a cushy shared nest egg. Trust that if you find someone who likes you, maybe in this day and age, it can be about more than just free dinners and a safety net. For us ladies, no more expecting men to foot the bill.

No more MRS degrees. But also no more shying away rachel cook onlyfans being successful.

For the guys, embrace your successful lady. Tis is a something money, startup enthusiast, finance blogger, and proud feminist-slash-crazy cat lady.

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