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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Unfortunately we are socially conditioned to believe that the man’s job is the priority and that the only contribution men have to make to the family is financial. This is a huge disservice to both men and women. OP, you have every right to be upset, and every right not to go with him.

I suggest reading “Drop the Ball” by Tiffany Dufu. It explains how to move past the outdated notions that men’s careers are he priority. Oh, and her husband was able to help run the household while living in another country, so you’ll get ideas on how your DH can contribute to the home long-distance. [/quote]

If only one parent has a career, then you have to prioritize that career.  Child-raising as a career can be done ANYWHERE.   [/quote]

You prioritize that career if both people agree to prioritize the career. Many people choose to prioritize family, community, their marriage, or their children instead.

Like I said, many of us are conditioned to believe the man’s career is priority #1, but that’s simply not the case. Yes, you need enough money to survive, but their are many ways of accomplishing that besides moving and traveling frequently. If moving doesn’t work for one partner, regardless of whether they work or not, they have the right not to move.

It’s completely fine if both spouses agree that the move is what is best for the family. What’s not okay is one spouse deciding it is best and following through without consideration of their partner. [/quote]

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