Woman goes on date with boyfriend—he expects them to share an entree. Was her reaction valid?: ‘Breaking up over brussel sprouts says a lot’
There’s no doubt that dating has always been an expensive activity. As prices increase and inflation is still high, it’s turning into a luxury to take significant others or potential partners out on a date. Now couples are resorting to splitting the bill or meal.
While money can be the death of a relationship, so can the way it’s handled. When this woman wanted to add an extra entree, her boyfriend’s reaction boiled her blood, igniting conflict in the comments section about relationship behaviors. TikTok creator Liz (@liz_bizness) recounts the incident in her car.
How An Extra Entree Created A Recipe For Disaster
“Yesterday, I’m at dinner with my soon-to-be ex and we usually get one entree. It just depends on the plate and how hungry we are,” she says. “So, we pick the pasta, and then I say, ‘I also want to order brussels sprouts.”
In her mind, she didn’t see a problem. “It’s fifteen dollars. You know people go out and each get a thirty plus dollar entree,” she states.
However, the content creator’s boyfriend felt differently. “He goes, ‘Well. I thought we would just get the one thing. I don’t really wanna. I’m not that hungry,’” she recalls him saying.
Needless to say, this ticked Liz off. “Well, I [expletive] am. Am I breaking the bank for you?” she says angrily. “I don’t think this is a money thing. You’re just really annoying.”
Once the server stopped at their table, he subtly saved the day. “Then, the waiter comes and asks for our order. He looks at me after [ordering] the pasta and is like, ‘Oh, and the brussels sprouts,’” she shares.
“Yes, that is literally what I said,” the content creator concludes.
Ultimately, it isn’t the Brussels sprouts that stirred her anger, but rather the hypocrisy. “All about what he wants. I’ve seen this man spend $300 in one night on drinks. Also he loved the appetizer,” Liz explains in the caption.
Viewers Were Divided
The video garnered over 17,000 views. Despite the explanation, some didn’t understand why it warranted a breakup.
“Breaking up over brussel sprouts says a lot,” one viewer remarked.
“If you are dating and he doesn’t want to spend that much, you should pay,” a second stated.
Meanwhile, fury was sparked among the majority for what they believed was thoughtless on her boyfriend’s part.
“It’s not a money thing, it’s a respect thing,” one commenter wrote.
“No he’s inconsistent, incompetent, and frugal. It’ll be hard and he’ll try to minimize your needs as time go on,” another explained.
“If a man won’t happily feed you at a restaurant he took you to, he is not the man you want to spend your life (or time) with. And I say that as someone who happily gives to those I love,” a third said.
Have People Become More Selfish In Relationships?
Indeed, they have. Although the brain is naturally hard-wired to be giving and altruistic, selfish behaviors have increased over the span of decades. However, Fortune reported the pandemic drove it into full swing, especially in young people, resulting in being prone to stress, distrust, and neuroticism. Besides affecting their mental and physical health, selfish tendencies also impact relationships, with Utah State University listing the behaviors that can spell disaster:
- Lack of empathy
- Always prioritizing their needs
- Avoiding responsibility
- Lack of emotional av aiablitiyy
- Constantly taking but never giving
- No compromise
- Communication constantly revolving around them
@liz_bizness All about what he wants. I’ve seen this man spend $300 in one night on drinks. Also he loved the appetizer #forwomen #dating #relateable #relationshipstorytime #absurd ♬ original sound – liz
The Mary Sue reached out to Liz via TikTok comment and direct message.
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