The traditional Chinese idea that "marrying a man means having food and clothing" is outdated, especially now that women have a higher status. If a man wants to cheat, no one can stop him. So how should women deal with this? Economic independence is the best solution. Why should women be economically independent?
Economic independence can enhance one's self-confidence.
If a woman doesn't work, isn't financially independent, and relies on her family for living expenses, she will feel useless, lack enthusiasm for life, and lack self-confidence.
Economic independence can make one feel secure.
Life is unpredictable, and divorce and separation are no longer the biggest problems. No one can guarantee that a marriage will always be problem-free. If a couple divorces one day and the woman has no source of income, what will she do? If she has her own source of income and can be financially independent, she will feel secure.
Economic independence allows women to live with dignity and gain recognition from others.
In the same setting, people will have drastically different attitudes towards an economically independent woman and an economically dependent woman. For example, if someone says, "This woman is a successful career woman, earning over ten thousand yuan a month," everyone will immediately look at her with admiration; but when talking about an economically dependent woman, people will show a hint of disdain. Economic independence is a sign of a person's capability; if a person is not economically independent, they inevitably appear somewhat inferior.
Economic independence can solidify a woman's position in the family.
Home is a warm place where everyone is equal. But reality is not like that. Many men are arrogant and domineering towards their wives because their wives don't earn money. They have the final say in everything at home, and women are subservient because they have no income. If women have their own jobs and are financially independent, they won't have to ask others for money, and their status in the family will be elevated and more stable.
Economic independence can give women a voice in family decision-making.
When there are major household expenses, financially dependent women often hesitate to make decisions, relying solely on their husbands' opinions. If their husbands say yes, it's yes; if they say no, it's no. Women have no say because they didn't earn the money. However, if a woman is financially independent, even if the two of them discuss the matter, she has 50% decision-making power. Financial independence gives you a voice.
Economic independence enhances women's sense of self-worth.
Because of economic independence, women can do what they want and help those in need without having to rely on others. When they help others through their own abilities, they feel that their existence is meaningful.
