No matter how "evolved" you think you are as a modern man, dating a woman who makes more money than you can bring out the caveman in all of us. Male DNA is wired to make us providers and her big paycheck can make you feel pretty small.

Sheila an expert on East Indian Dating poses this question "Think about this, the idea of a woman dating a man who makes more than her is pretty well accepted. However, some women who date men with lots of money are labeled gold-diggers. Does this mean that if you, as a man, happen to fall for a successful business woman with cash you also earn this label?"

Absolutely not! More women today are putting off starting families until they have achieved their career goals. Traditional views about men's roles are changing. Many men are becoming "stay at home" dads and enjoying it. Chances are there are men you know who are content to let their women earn the big bucks while they either choose to fill the house-husband role or enjoy freedom from being the main bread winner.

Why does it work for some and not for others? It all comes down to how you see your own worth. If you are a man who feels insecure or ashamed that your woman earns more than you then problems will come up. This is also true if the woman you are dating treats you with less respect because she makes more than you.

Let's say for the sake of argument, that you started dating a woman and had no idea how much money she made. The two of you held common interests, life goals and just plain enjoyed each others company. Then you found out she makes serious cash. If you are a mature man, you will appreciate her drive to succeed and show her that you are confident and secure.

To those of you who wish you could be more confident and secure, listen up!

Rule 1: Check your ego. Do not let your male pride ruin what could be a good thing.

Rule 2: Do not obsess over her making more money. Instead, think of what you bring to the relationship.

Rule 3: Get your financial house in order. Remember, you may not be making as much as she is right now (or ever) but how do you handle the money you do make?

Rule 4: Be understanding of her busy schedule and make time together a priority. The fact is you can successfully date a woman who makes more than you. The basics of any good relationship have to be there; mutual interests, respect, communication and honesty. "If you are with a woman who makes a lot of money but treats you like a lapdog, then it probably would not work out anyway" suggests Ashok, an expert on Indian dating do's and don'ts.

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