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The Waves: Gender, Relationships, Feminism

Whose Turn Is It? From Love Letters

Jun 13, 2023
Explore how couples balance career dreams, merging finances, realistic parenting, finding love on Valentine's Day, and the importance of negotiation in relationships.
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  • Balancing individual dreams and financial stability in a relationship requires open communication and support.
  • Equitable distribution of household duties and acknowledging each partner's contributions is crucial in a marriage.

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Balancing career dreams with financial security

The podcast episode explores the challenges couples face in deciding whose turn it is to pursue a career dream. The speaker shares the story of Cara, a freelance writer, who wants to prioritize writing a book, but worries about the financial implications for her family. Her husband, Brian, encourages her to pursue her dream, even if it means taking a pay cut. They navigate the tension between following individual aspirations and maintaining financial stability.

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