Should You Let A Man Take Care Of You Financially?
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Julia Austin
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How do you keep the power dynamic fair?
Francis brought up a few important questions, surrounding the idea that the one who pays is more in control. She encourages couples to ask, “What do we need from each other in this arrangement? What are our expectations? What emotional support or financial security do I need in order to not feel bound to this relationship because of the money? How will we handle power imbalances so nobody feels controlled or taken advantage of?” Without addressing these questions in advance, a woman may find herself in a situation of financial abuse. In these situations, a man might limit the woman’s access to economic resources as a way of controlling her.
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