Financial Drain and Infidelity
u/Adlersch faced a double whammy of financial exploitation and infidelity. His wife drained him financially and cheated on him. Despite attempts to reconcile “for the kid,” it became clear she was more interested in financial support than in repairing their relationship.
Also: 5 Signs You’re Dealing With A Toxic Parent As An Adult (And How To Cope)
Constant Mental Compromising
Marriage often requires compromise, but for u/skullman_ps2, this meant losing a sense of independence. The constant mental compromising became his biggest regret. He advises taking a “me day” every once in a while to maintain a sense of self within the marriage.
Giving into Ultimatums
Several men, including u/AttorneyatLawlz and u/shirophine, regretted giving into ultimatums to marry. They felt pressured by their partners’ desire to marry young, which led to rushed and ultimately unhappy unions.
