Would a romantic relationship work if both partners are high-flyers? Would they have a healthy relationship if they both have demanding full-time jobs with crucial day-to-day responsibilities?

Having two high-flyers at home isn't worth it.

In today's economy, it only makes sense for two people in a loving relationship or marriage to have full-time jobs and bring home a steady income.

However, it can be very challenging. Often, it's not the wisest choice.

If both of us are high-flying and actualising ourselves professionally but our kids and our long-term relationship are suffering, it's not worth it.

Tension usually arises when two people are juggling conflicting priorities at home and work.

The constant act of balancing career ambitions and domestic duties can be demanding.

Our dating advice? If you have great career aspirations or a high-paying job, the "right person" might be someone with a less demanding career or who opts to prioritise family time over long work hours, a corporate leadership role, or a high-paying job.

How do we make it work?

We understand the difficulties of navigating a situation similar to ours, where both spouses have full-time jobs.

We're blessed to have a robust support network around us, particularly our families living close by. We don't think we'd make it work without their constant support.

Anna working from home full-time is also helpful in our situation.

Further, it matters that we're willing to compromise to support each other.

If Anna feels like she's in the best position to go harder at work and pursue career growth, Gabes is willing to step back and give her all the support she needs, and vice versa.

If one of us is bringing in more income than the other, we remind ourselves that doesn't make the other person less of a partner. That doesn't mean the other person isn't contributing to ensuring our household functions the way it should.

In fact, one partner stepping back is what makes it possible for the other to thrive significantly in their career.

Ultimately, open and honest communication and mutual efforts to stay on the same page play a vital role in our setup. We do our best to organise our days and manage our time wisely.

The Bottomline

When both partners have demanding careers, it can strain the relationship and family life.

So, our relationship advice for high-flyers is to consider dating a potential partner with a less demanding career to maintain balance and prioritise family.

At the end of the day, all you want is to avoid your busy schedules and work responsibilities to cause problems in your family life and the kids to suffer.

Communication, compromise, and support are key to making it work.

How do you think can two career-driven individuals date each other successfully? How could they be a good match and make the relationship work? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section below!

Learn more about why one's income shouldn't be the only consideration in modern dating by reading our blog here.

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