What annoys self-obsessed friends and how to calm them down

Agree, the stereotype that household The responsibility of only a man has long sunk into oblivion. In the modern world, more and more women prefer to earn a living on their own. They are often so successful that their salary is much higher than that of their husbands.



However, sometimes life circumstances literally force all family members to work. And in special cases, to feed all relatives, it is necessary to arrange several jobs at once. Is it possible to be happy in a constant workflow and find time for a normal life? This is our unusual story today.

The other day I met my high school friend at the supermarket. We used to see each other a lot to have a cup of coffee and talk about life. But for the past six months, she hasn't heard from her. "Busy, sorry. Let's do it another time, I heard every time I tried to meet Tonya.



At some point, I stopped calling her. And why? Adults still: she will type when she can. Here's an unexpected meeting at the store! I admit, I was really happy to see Tonya. I had a granddaughter and wanted to share this with an old friend.

However, I failed to do so. “God, Galenka, I am so glad to see you! You have no idea what trouble I'm in. My third part-time job is missing! Now I don't even know what to do. Do you happen to have any options in mind? - Tonya whistled in a subtle voice.



I was confused. "You mean third?" How many of them did you have? he asked. “It turns out two. After the main work on weekdays, I do math with the kids. I go to another place on weekends. And now it won't be!, Tonya replied.

Then Tonya began to tell how hard it is to live when the salary is low. And that without additional work, the well-being of their family will disappear. At the same time, the husband of a friend has only one job that does not bring much income. And the Tonka plows at once on three...

The topic of the conversation I certainly do not understand. But my opinion of Tona was not interesting either. She spent half an hour talking only about her affairs and problems, not giving me a word! To be honest, at some point I didn’t want to tell her anything. Does the eternal pursuit of money change people so much?



You know what the prices are now... The communal! In the past, my husband and I only paid for our salary. But counting every penny is unbearable. So I had to look for additional earnings to help children if possible, Tonya did not stop.

It's a weird thing with kids, too. When I grew up and got on my feet, on the contrary, began to help me and my husband. With the arrival of my granddaughter, everything changed a little. But the son and daughter are still ready to help if we call. The question of sponsoring them monthly is no longer worth it. Not the same years!



Well, it's very sad that that's how Tonka worked out. I really don’t understand women who take care of their families because they think it’s normal. Maybe I don't understand something.

From the Editorial Board, Adults Are Arranging priorities different. So don’t be surprised if your old friend suddenly stopped being interested in your life, fixated only on his own. And times are different. Who knows, perhaps the main character’s girlfriend is going through a difficult period.



I wonder if she's doing the right thing by putting so much responsibility on her fragile shoulders. Maybe she should talk to her husband to look at her financial problems from a different angle. Boldly share your opinion in the comments!