How My ‘Hobby’ Made $180K a Year — And Destroyed My Marriage | Tiny Podcaster

Aug 7, 2025

#redditrelationship #aita #redditstories How My ‘Hobby’ Made $180K a Year — And Destroyed My Marriage | Tiny Podcaster My woodworking passion started as a simple hobby but grew into a thriving business making over $180,000 a year. But when my family — especially my wife and her parents — refused to believe in my success, it tore us apart. In this video, I share the emotional journey of turning a weekend hobby into a lucrative business, facing constant doubt and ridicule from loved ones, and ultimately choosing self-respect over toxic relationships. If you’ve ever been underestimated or felt alone chasing your dreams, this story is for you. Timestamps: 0:00 – How my woodworking journey began 3:15 – Growing success and family conflict 7:40 – The painful intervention and disbelief 11:05 – The confrontation & divorce decision 15:20 – Life after divorce & thriving business