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He just seems selfish now

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Richtea2 · 09/03/2022 12:43

My partner just can't work at the moment which is out of his control. I try and support him with my wages which is not much as I work part time. Due to my health issues I can't really do full time but I try and do extra hours.
So because he bored and fed up and he does help round the house. I pay for him to do this bootcamp classes each week which I pay monthly. Today he says to me that there's a trip for £30 with his bootcamp. I just sat at the table while he is telling me and just kept myself quiet.
I can't afford to pay for that and to be honest I want him to stop the bootcamp until he starts working. It sounds bad but really feel upset with this whole situation with him and starting to resent him. I just didn't sign up for this.
I help him so much with money and give him money to go see his friends. I try saying to him that not everything he can attend. I need my hair done really badly but do more for him than myself.
It's like he asked me for £30 and he could been like I won't go we don't have the money. And I helped him by giving money to his family and it's like too much.
I just can't do it no more.
I love him but feel used at times. I still got to look after our son and that's hard enough.
I feel like I resent him for putting me all through this situation which I can't talk about. But some things he don't need surely I am not overreacting here.
I even payed for him and I to go to this party he was invited too. Like each party he just can't attend and expect me to pay for.
I just don't know what to say to him.
Any advice?

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Kirstos1 · 13/03/2022 13:09

Will his status change in the near future so he will legally be able to work? If not, will he just be scratching for bits of work here and there forever?
What is he doing to try to help himself when he is in a period of depression?

Giggorata · 13/03/2022 13:26

I feel very sad for you, reading this.

Richtea2 · 13/03/2022 19:36

You all thinking of the money. How about think about my heart, soul and everything.
If he didn't do certain things for me he wouldn't be here.
He does help me.
He use to give money when I first got with him. But again money is not what I am after. His love, time, attention.
Everyone looks at the negative. I have come to terms with it. Grieved already but weirdly he shocking me.
My health issues and other stuff my relationship can end.
Men do come and go. But this experience I am living it might turn out okay. But if he doesn't got plenty of things to do. I have been doing a lot for myself. Getting my things sorted out. Traveling is something I want to do. Whatever happens will fulfill my dreams.
Thank you all

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thenewduchessoflapland · 13/03/2022 19:40

Is he here illegally or something?

Kirstos1 · 13/03/2022 22:11

Your whole opening post was about money, how you pay for his boot camp, how unreasonable it was he wanted to go on the boot camp trip when you wanted to get your hair done, how you pay for trips to see his friends and how he shouldnt evenue be doing the boot camp until he was working again.

You made it about the money.

minmooch · 14/03/2022 05:52

*I feel used.

Worse than my ex.

Messed up my life getting involved with him. I feel trapped with no way out.*

All your words. If your heart and soul cries out for a man who is probably scamming you for entry to this country, who doesn't contribute financially, who negatively impacts you financially then crack on.

You're married, marriage not registered, getting married throughout your posts.

I hope you are none of the above and this is just a windup as who would be so stupid to get involved with all this?

jeaux90 · 14/03/2022 07:14

Sorry but my cock lodger alarm is ringing. Too many red flags.

KaySam · 14/03/2022 08:49

Your first post was about not wanting to pay for his extra boot camp ,if he wants to exercise then find some free stuff online,
He might be kind to you & your child but will that all change once his circumstances change and he’s had his use of you.

Sadly you need to open your eyes,he can’t work but somehow got some work.He is probably loving you doing all this for him for free

Richtea2 · 14/03/2022 10:12

@Kirstos1

Your whole opening post was about money, how you pay for his boot camp, how unreasonable it was he wanted to go on the boot camp trip when you wanted to get your hair done, how you pay for trips to see his friends and how he shouldnt evenue be doing the boot camp until he was working again.

You made it about the money.

He is not going well and I haven't offered to pay. He said he doesn't expect me too. I
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Richtea2 · 14/03/2022 10:25

Yes and we got more important stuff to pay. Think he knows I won't keep paying for stuff. It does depend on what it is because soon as he does a job for someone he does help pay at home. Just unnecessary things which he can live without.
I have given him full support. He is worried about money this why he stressed. But other stuff with how it's affecting me and understanding..
Like I said it will all work out. He not a person to just sit about. The only thing men think because they work they come home sit down and no housework. I go to work and can't just come sit down.
Money was a problem in my last relationship and didn't want it to be an issue this one.
Thanks for advice

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RantyAunty · 14/03/2022 11:46

You've been with him 4 years. Is there a date when whatever is going on will be finished and he can work?

I'm also curious how you met him and how he ended up living with you.
Was he working a regular job when you met him?

Nanny0gg · 14/03/2022 16:10

@Richtea2

Yes and we got more important stuff to pay. Think he knows I won't keep paying for stuff. It does depend on what it is because soon as he does a job for someone he does help pay at home. Just unnecessary things which he can live without. I have given him full support. He is worried about money this why he stressed. But other stuff with how it's affecting me and understanding.. Like I said it will all work out. He not a person to just sit about. The only thing men think because they work they come home sit down and no housework. I go to work and can't just come sit down. Money was a problem in my last relationship and didn't want it to be an issue this one. Thanks for advice
I still don't know what you came on here looking for.
Richtea2 · 15/03/2022 07:23

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Richtea2 · 15/03/2022 07:42

Thank you to those who gave great advice.

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Walkingalot · 15/03/2022 07:44

Sometimes you talk in riddles, sometimes you're quite clear. You change your mind about money being an issue. You say you're trapped but you don't want to finish it. He's a good man yet he's bleeding you dry.

Any advice to give you - stop giving him money! See how long he hangs around then.

rwalker · 15/03/2022 07:47

Sorry but if a man was like this with money when the woman couldn't work having to ask for money MN would be screaming finical abuse .

Richtea2 · 15/03/2022 08:04

@Walkingalot

Sometimes you talk in riddles, sometimes you're quite clear. You change your mind about money being an issue. You say you're trapped but you don't want to finish it. He's a good man yet he's bleeding you dry.

Any advice to give you - stop giving him money! See how long he hangs around then.

I had posted too fast because we spoke about it and he said I do enough already. He didn't expect me to pay. Although when he does say not oh I can't go here now no money or something. I don't say nothing or put myself out give him the money. He not a bad guy just can't work. Once he can we be fine. Think this thread dead now. No more comments needed. Especially tpful commen
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Richtea2 · 15/03/2022 08:06

*Unhelpful comments.

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Onlinetherapist · 15/03/2022 08:10

So..he can do boot camp, attend boot camp trips, go out with friends and party..but he cannot work? And he ‘helps’ around the house?! I’m guessing that’s absolute bare minimum! Methinks he is taking you for a ride OP!

Richtea2 · 08/04/2022 08:12

@Onlinetherapist

So..he can do boot camp, attend boot camp trips, go out with friends and party..but he cannot work? And he ‘helps’ around the house?! I’m guessing that’s absolute bare minimum! Methinks he is taking you for a ride OP!
We had a huge row the other day and then we sat down and had a really good talk. We both opened up to each other and since then everything is great. It really doesn't matter his circumstances now. The money issues has been discussed and a lot had happened since then. We even spoke a couple more timed and he just being so open. I can't say what will happen in the future because we seem to be getting stronger as a couple. He is understanding me and I am understanding him a lot more now. It was misunderstandings and just us not on same page. I feel we are now. Thanks all for advice.
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Squeezyhug · 08/04/2022 09:53

Get rid of him op
My ex was like this
Always a reason to not work and I paid for everything while he did fuck all
I would ensure the marriage doesn’t get registered until he finds work. What do you mean by “to him we are married”?
What are your feelings on this ??

Otherwise you’re in for a hard slog of a life and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Priorities yourself and dc.

In a way he’s taking money from your dc.

You should be treating yourself and dc, not a grown man acting like a spoilt child.

His mental health is not your responsibility.

And remember that magic word “NO !“

Richtea2 · 08/04/2022 13:45

@Squeezyhug

Get rid of him op My ex was like this Always a reason to not work and I paid for everything while he did fuck all I would ensure the marriage doesn’t get registered until he finds work. What do you mean by “to him we are married”? What are your feelings on this ??

Otherwise you’re in for a hard slog of a life and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Priorities yourself and dc.

In a way he’s taking money from your dc.

You should be treating yourself and dc, not a grown man acting like a spoilt child.

His mental health is not your responsibility.

And remember that magic word “NO !“

Everything is fine now. Thanks
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latriciamcneal · 08/04/2022 14:42

@Richtea2

It's been sorted out now.

Just I know it's not him not working. Just this situation is what it is.

If he didn't cook for me or clean or was good with my son who he took as his own. I would tell him to go but he just good guy with that dark cloud over him.
Whatever happens with me in the future I kind of prepared for it now

Your son isn't his?

leave.

latriciamcneal · 08/04/2022 14:44

I wrote this until you put that your son is not his biological child. If you have no children with this person you can and should walk out. Please look up The Freedom Programme and realise you are being used by a habitual waster. This is not a unique situation, this is textbook and your child deserves better.

Well if you had no child I'd just say leave. I've actually been in this exact situation with my ex. When we got together he came out with lines such as ‘a woman never puts her hand in her pocket’ which at the time I found ridiculous and so I insisted on paying my way. Well, he seemed to take this as a meal ticket and proceeded to use me for the next seven years, spending all my money, keeping his benefit money to himself though. He would not apply for jobs and increasingly went out getting drunk.

This is typical behaviour for some people. He won't stop this no matter how much you nag.

I tried to speak to my ex, and told him straight I'm not your parent or your provider, you are meant to be our provider, provide for your family. Still though they won't take heed because they know that you won't leave. And if you do leave they'll just use contact with the child to get at you for the rest of your life.

What about simply ceasing funding him? You say he can't work, well I would bet he can but won't, is it a mental issue? (it's depression isn't it?) and anxiety? Mine had that. It's utter bullshit though if he can go to bootcamp isn't it?

Put all your money towards bills and the child and stop funding anything leisurely for him. Ignore his tantrums, let him leave you or should he see fit to physically abuse you over it call the police there and then and get a non-molestation order straight away.

Richtea2 · 08/04/2022 15:14

@latriciamcneal

I wrote this until you put that your son is not his biological child. If you have no children with this person you can and should walk out. Please look up The Freedom Programme and realise you are being used by a habitual waster. This is not a unique situation, this is textbook and your child deserves better.

Well if you had no child I'd just say leave. I've actually been in this exact situation with my ex. When we got together he came out with lines such as ‘a woman never puts her hand in her pocket’ which at the time I found ridiculous and so I insisted on paying my way. Well, he seemed to take this as a meal ticket and proceeded to use me for the next seven years, spending all my money, keeping his benefit money to himself though. He would not apply for jobs and increasingly went out getting drunk.

This is typical behaviour for some people. He won't stop this no matter how much you nag.

I tried to speak to my ex, and told him straight I'm not your parent or your provider, you are meant to be our provider, provide for your family. Still though they won't take heed because they know that you won't leave. And if you do leave they'll just use contact with the child to get at you for the rest of your life.

What about simply ceasing funding him? You say he can't work, well I would bet he can but won't, is it a mental issue? (it's depression isn't it?) and anxiety? Mine had that. It's utter bullshit though if he can go to bootcamp isn't it?

Put all your money towards bills and the child and stop funding anything leisurely for him. Ignore his tantrums, let him leave you or should he see fit to physically abuse you over it call the police there and then and get a non-molestation order straight away.

Thanks for advice. Everything fine since that talk it's like we started the relationship now.
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