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0 pointsflog14y ago0 comments

I think it was just a misreading. My suggestion was that being a part of a couple would provide stability, financial and emotional. I've been in both, and know i'm far more courageous with someone in my corner.

Plus, while I agree that this may affect his hunger for the business, I personally understand that my entrepreneurship is for the benefit of my loved ones, and not in-and-of itself valuable.

Conversely, I'm offended by your suggestion that for a woman to be in a relationship is somehow detrimental.

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groby_b14y ago

Glad I misread you, awesome you could return the favor ;) - we're going for the misinterpretation championships here.

I'm not suggesting it's detrimental for a woman to be in a relationship. I'm suggesting it's easier to go ahead, follow your dreams, and take crazy risks when you're not in a relationship, independent of gender. Simply because less obligations mean failure is less of an issue.

Note: This is about _starting_ as an entrepreneur, not being one. Obviously, there are many who make both their business and their relationship work just fine. (And I have no doubt many manage to start a business while in a relationship, too. It's just a little bit scarier/harder)

Ultimately, as long as both you and your partner are good with it, do whatever works for you :)

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