I have been lying to my partner about how much money I spend on my hobbies because they think it is wasteful, but it is the only thing that brings me joy anymore.
More people experience this than they realize.
Joy has gone underground, requiring deception to survive in a relationship where pleasure is not budgeted.
“Where Are You with Love and money — financial stress in relationships?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.