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My wife earns significantly more than I do, so we agreed that I would take a less demanding job and handle most of the childcare. Recently, she told me she feels less attracted to me because I no...

From a counselling perspective, if you and your wife agreed that you would take a less demanding job to handle childcare, it is unfair to later make... you feel inadequate for honouring that agreement. Bringing a lower income, raising children, and supporting your spouse’s career are responsibilities, not signs of a lack of ambition. However, attraction cannot be forced. Your wife is entitled to her feelings, just as you are entitled to dignity and appreciation. Have an honest conversation about her new expectations and whether you still want the same things from your marriage. If she has genuinely lost her attraction to you and found it elsewhere, let her go in peace. Do not neglect your children, abandon your values, or constantly prove your worth to remain desirable; marriage must be about love.

Your worth is not measured by your salary or someone else's attraction to you. A marriage should be built on mutual respect, shared responsibility, and appreciation—not shifting goalposts. more

It's surprising how interviewers are finding creative ways to test candidates, sometimes asking questions that seem almost impossible to answer on the spot. Recently, a woman experienced this...

A strong answer to this question isn’t about disqualifying yourself, it’s about showing self-awareness, honesty, and growth without raising red flags.... The key is to frame a manageable limitation and show how you actively address it. more

I’m 25 years old and have been working as a junior manager in a trading company for 4 years. Recently, our internal email said that another department is looking for a new boss. I sent my resume. But...

Thank you for sharing your situation. I understand why you feel disappointed; it can be discouraging when your capability is dismissed based on age... rather than performance. The fact that there are already managers in your company who are 26–27 shows that age alone shouldn’t be a barrier, so your reaction is completely valid.
It may help to reflect on two things:
(1) whether the company has a consistent, fair process for internal progression, and
(2) whether your skills and achievements are being meaningfully recognised.
There is no harm in having ambition at 25. In fact, your initiative to apply shows maturity. If your current environment undervalues young talent or fails to give you a clear pathway for growth, it’s reasonable to explore other companies that appreciate drive, competence, and potential.

At the same time, you could use this moment to request constructive feedback:
“What skills or experience should I build to be seriously considered for such roles in the near future?” A professional company should welcome that question. If their response remains dismissive or disrespectful, then your instinct may be right, it might be time to consider an environment where your contributions are respected. Ultimately, focus on where you can grow, be valued, and advance based on merit, not age. more