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?
Do you feel you’re being pragmatic as well? Maybe one of you SHOULD be the pragmatic one.
Do you have kids? Are you the breadwinner? Will you be spending HER money? There’s SO MANY specifics that you’re leaving out.
Should your wife love and support your dreams? absolutely!
Should she do so to the detriment of your wellbeing? Absolutely not.