So like the title says, I have creative ideas and always try to include my wife in discussions, but all she ever brings to the table is problems and negativity when we discuss things. She thinks she’s being “pragmatic” but it’s tremendously disheartening and the problems she imagines are always the absolute worst of the worst case scenarios. Everything I’ve ever read or watched when it comes to starting businesses is, just start and figure out the problems later. I’m well aware of the potential for difficulties in any endeavor, but tend to believe in myself and my ability to adapt and overcome. Has anyone else experienced this? How did you find middle ground, if at all?
Agree on the amount of time and money you will spend. How you spend the time should be kept to yourself. Don’t share specifics of your project unless it’s with people you know will be supportive. Try numerous things. Once something catches, re-involve her as it will require more of a time / money commitment.
All that being said, she could be right. Your ideas might not be well thought-out. Either way, it’s clear you need some space to make your own successes / mistakes. If she’s right, you’ll learn for yourself.