Lying to Your Partner About How Much You Spend Could Ruin Your Relationship
Oct 16, 2013 21:00
When you start lying to your partner about how much you're really spending on a new wardrobe each week, you're probably putting your relationship on the line.
Fifteen percent of people lie tot heir partners about credit card purchases, and one in 10 say it's caused a breakup, according to a new survey conducted by British site, MoneySupermarket.com.
But why are we hiding our swiping habits? More than a third of people said they lied because they knew their significant other (SO) would get angry, while others just had a feeling their SOs would disapprove. It sounds innocent, but these little financial white lies can lead to a split.
“Trust is the number one essential ingredient in a relationship,” says relationship expert Terri Orbuch, Ph.D., author of Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to a New and Happy Relationship. “And that trust can be broken through lying or big omissions.” While this is especially true for long-term couples, it’s also a good tip for new pairs since being financially compatible is surprisingly important. Sure, you can downplay your expensive haircuts, but if you edit or omit information on a regular basis, you’re not giving your partner a realistic portrayal of how you handle money, says Orbuch.
This doesn't mean you need to get your partner's approval every time you're about to swipe the plastic, instead, Orbuch suggests coming up with a threshold amount that you can spend without to consult the other person.
In a world flooded with fast fashion and trend-chasing designs, one Arab brand dares to slow down and look deeper — into memory, into meaning, and into the eyes of a mother.SeeMe, a luxury fashion and accessories brand based in Amman, Jordan, is not just another name in the fashion scene. It’s a personal, artistic journey born out of love, grief, and identity — a brand that literally sees you. Read more
Let’s get one thing straight—sarees are never going out of style. What does evolve, though? The drape. From grandmom-core to fashion-week realness, diff styles of saree draping are having a moment (again). Whether you're learning to pleat from YouTube or remixing the pallu with boots and a belt, this six-yard stunner continues to be the ultimate canvas of expression. Read more
Is your anniversary on the horizon? It’s undoubtedly a memorable occasion that you should celebrate grandly. You don’t always have to go the whole hog; sometimes a cute gesture such as flowers, a handwritten note, and even a delicious anniversary cake works wonders. But how do you choose the perfect cake to delight him/her on the big day? Here are some choices worth considering in this case. Read more