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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have similar issues with my DH. It is so frustrating! He is self-employed and does a good job at what he produces, but he has trouble getting clients due to anxiety, and trouble working efficiently due to extreme perfectionism. Our HHI has taken quite a hit over the last 10 years. My nagging and resentment only made things worse.

My solution was to get into counseling to work through my feelings and choices. I've decided to stay in the marriage and focus on my own career, which at least is something I can control. DH is a great guy in many ways, despite this major failing on his part. I tried to get him to go to counseling but, alas, he won't go. Maybe your DH would be open to seeing a therapist? Counseling and possibly also medication could really help with his anxiety. This isn't an easy situation, I know. Maybe counseling for you could be helpful? It was for me. [/quote]

This is my post. I wanted to add that my DH has picked up a lot of the SAHD chores. This has enabled me to focus more on my career. It isn't a perfect solution because I know DH's ego is bruised because he wants to be a better provider, but at least he is making a valuable non-monetary contribution.[/quote]

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