My Husband Made a ‘Better Wife’ Schedule for Me — I Gave Him a Lesson He’ll Never Forget

One night, my husband Mason handed me a “Better Wife” schedule—complete with 5 a.m. wake-ups, gourmet breakfasts, daily gym sessions, full housework, and cooking for him and his friends—on top of my full-time job. His new attitude came from his friend Derek, a single guy who fancied himself a romance expert.

Instead of blowing up, I made my own “Best Husband” plan: a $1,200/month trainer for him, $700 organic groceries, cooking classes, replacing my $75k salary if I quit, and a $50k man cave. When Mason saw the costs and absurdity, his smugness vanished. I calmly reminded him marriage is about respect, not fixing each other.

He apologized, admitted Derek’s advice was toxic, and we tore up both lists—agreeing to work as equals again.