Love, Work and Awkward: Confidence - FML

Confidence

By Anonymous - 07/10/2022 02:00 - United States - North Myrtle Beach

Today, I was talking to my wife about my struggles with being recognized for what I do well at work, which is partially my own fault since I share credit where I can. Her response wasn't to say, "They should try to see your strong points," but to wonder if she should get a job for financial security for herself. FML

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Friday 7 October 2022 8:25

But what she's actually thinking is, "I should have married a man who has testicles."

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But what she's actually thinking is, "I should have married a man who has testicles."

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