Damn! Why can't I heart this piece more than 50 times? If he thinks you're high maintenance, then he's either intimidated or low effort.

Whatever the case, a woman should be able to cater for herself without a man. is That how you protect your pride and your body.

Having a support partner should be a bonus, not an entitlement. And if the man can't see it this way, then he's confused about what he stands for.