bit by bit, inch by inch.. The journey of a thousand miles begin with the first step in I would add in "in the right direction".. the young bird on its first maiden flight take the route/shape of a parabola.. it almost crashed to earth until it started to turn....

I am very sorry to hear this Kathy, a lot of people do not understand the power of the Internet and its potential, but in your situation, I believe it's a little bit more than just Wealthy Affiliate.

I do hear what you're saying, I don't speak to many of my friends about my Internet business as I know they won't understand. For example, my brother thinks that trying to make money online is a waste of time, in the best possible way, he also can't see the power of the Internet and he's never made a penny online, like the majority of people. I don't know why people think they have a knowledge of how the Internet works and to tell us why the Internet is a waste of time when they have never made a penny online!

I would try and sit down with your husband Kathy and try and explain to him more what you are doing and also points out to him all the success stories on Wealthy Affiliate. Also, don't neglect him.

Just a few thoughts.

Enjoy your day.

Roy

It is unfortunate to hear this kind of news from someone who is committed to making a change in their life. Hang in their Kathy.

I agree with Marge, this is not about WA or you being in WA. Your husband may feel left out and sees you engaged in your activities in trying to make a success online.

Have you discussed this with him? Have you explained to him the commitment that you will be making? He needs to be a part of that too Kathy. Maybe if you take a couple of days off of WA and sit down with him and explain what it is that you're trying to do.

Let him know that this is for both of you and that you need his support to make it happen. Tell him he doesn't have to figure out how this works, unless he wants to also be a part of it, then that would be a blessing in disguise.

Either way, take a couple of days off and sit with your hubby and just explain what WA is all about. Tell him how hard he works and that you also want to do something that will bring you both closer.

I don't know what is going on or how long this has been happening, but don't keep him in the dark about what you're doing. He will change his tune when he starts to see money rolling into your bank account.

Take a deep breath and see if you can talk to someone who can be a mediator while you explain to your hubby what it is that you're trying to do.

I wish I could have the answer to your situation, but if he's just feeling left out or sees you more on the computer engaged with the members and he's not a part of it, I think it's time to bring him in and let him know what's up.

Hang in there Kathy, I've been through my share of arguments like this, but it was due to a lack of communication on my part. You live and learn, but now I know better.

It's not the end of the world, so keep that passion and desire going. It's time to figure out how to get hubby to understand what it is that you're doing.

Wishing the best and hope you get this resolved with your hubby.

Be safe and God bless Kathy

Rick

I still get a look of indifference when I show my wife any commissions I've made. It's like she doesn't want me to be successful.

Maybe she's afraid I'll run off with a hot supermodel or something once I hit the big bucks.

She doesn't mind spending the money I make, though. Funny that is.

Persevere, and if your husband stands in your way, well? Personally I think he should support you and even help out with your online stuff.

Send him to look at smart passive income (dot com) and take a look at the top right of the page where he discloses last month's earnings.

Your husband's eyes will pop for sure.

Pat Flynn started where we are, with nothing.

Keep going, even if you have to do it in secret.

That is very sad and it makes it even harder for you. My wife is not yet convinced either, but she is very supportive and she knows I am giving this everything I have.
Not knowing your whole situation makes it harder for any of us here to help, but I say he can help with the dishes and cleaning and anything else. Marriage is about sharing and fully supporting each other in all things.
I hope thing improve and we are all here to help you with your WA journey.
Best of luck to you!

I hear what you are saying. It is a hard place to be in. But it sounds like there is more to this than just the WA. Since I don't know the whole situation, Do you have someone that you can visit with regarding your relationship? If not, you are welcome to PM me and I will listen. I will be praying for you. Hugs

Sorry to hear that. It seems pretty petty to be angry with someone about writing as a hobby or following their dream. You can still cook, wash dishes, and clean as well as blog on the side. There may be other issues that haven't been resolved or that may be the actual cause of the anger. I came across a great book a while back called "Boundaries in marriage". I referred it to a friend a while back and she said it really helped her marriage. It's pretty cheap and gives a ton of incredible advice from counselors that have seen it all. It's written by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. Charles townsend. Try to figure out a way to compromise so that both sides are happy. Hope that helps

I am so sorry to hear this! They say to run from negativity as fast as you can but you may not want to or can do that if you would like to private message me feel free! My wife is very supportive and I'm so grateful but she also loves the idea of me being able to work from home. Please anything I can do to help let me know!

This is a very delicate situation, because I am a outsider, the only reason I,m responded is because I have had a similar situation in my life concerning other matters. My recommendations to you is , bus your butt, put all of your creativity IN TO THIS be successful in this journey and at the end of the day all will be happy

This may not be the best relationship advice but if this is what you truly want to do with your life, you have to persevere. There are a lot of really miserable people who are like that because they don't follow their calling. I say, keep going. A profitable website may make him see the light. And, all of us here know that this takes time and effort. Hope that helps?