Under the Influence with Jo Piazza Divorcing Heterosexuality (and Other Data-Driven Decisions)
Oct 9, 2025
Corinne Low, a Wharton economist and author of 'Having It All', shares her transformative journey from a traditional marriage to finding love with a woman. She delves into the economics of burnout and the detrimental effects of gendered division of labor on intimacy. Corinne critiques the 'tradwife' aesthetic and emphasizes the importance of both partners in a relationship treating it like a business. She discusses practical strategies for reclaiming time and happiness, teaching men to appreciate domestic contributions, and reshaping the concept of 'having it all'.
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Marriage, Burnout, And A Radical Choice
- Corinne Low describes marrying a man, having a child, and realizing gendered roles in her marriage caused burnout and resentment.
- She decided to divorce because the household expectations were "killing her soul" and later found happiness with a woman who shared domestic responsibilities.
Interview Your Partner For Adult Skills
- Ask practical questions when dating to reveal who manages adult responsibilities, like "Do you have a good dentist recommendation?".
- Use the answers to see if a partner is already a self-sufficient adult who manages their own life.
Partnership As A Career Determinant
- Corinne Low frames marriage as a business partnership where domestic contributions affect career trajectories for women.
- A partner's share of household work directly determines the hours women can invest in career advancement.
