My husband had a habit of making me justify every penny I spent, often asking for explanatory notes on even the smallest purchases. Over time, it became overwhelming and frustrating, especially when it felt like he was micromanaging my spending.

One day, I decided to teach him a lesson he’d never forget. I started keeping track of every penny he spent, including his own personal purchases. I made sure to ask for detailed explanations for every item, just as he had done to me.

After a few weeks of the role reversal, he finally realized how exhausting and unreasonable his demands were. It was a wake-up call, and he apologized for making me feel scrutinized. From then on, we agreed on a healthier approach to managing our finances together, with more trust and mutual respect.