This isn't about what I imagined when I thought of 'coming into money,' but my then-boyfriend lost his job during the pandemic and received a $10,000 severance package. Initially, I was optimistic about it helping him through a tough time, but it quickly became a source of conflict. Instead of using it wisely, he began spending irrationally, leading to arguments between us. His attitude toward money evolved, and I started feeling anxious about our financial future together.
I have been married for almost 20 years, and my wife changing after inheriting $20k really caught me off guard. I respect her choices, but she wanted to keep her inheritance separate rather than adding it to our joint funds, which we've always shared. This led to unexpected tensions about our financial priorities. I've always encouraged her spending on things she enjoys, but the sudden ownership just shifted everything, sparking feelings of selfishness on her part, which was alien to our relationship.
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