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Some men like to cook. Some women like to do home repairs. Some men think their career should come before their spouse’s career. Some women think either gender can be healthy child caregivers.
But when you’re dating, how do you know about another person’s belief system or gendered biases?
These are questions people entering romantic relationships rarely ask each other, let alone ask themselves. Yet mismatched gender roles can be a source of great conflict in relationships.
Having relationship expectations and finding a partner who can match yours is key to happiness in life and in relationships.
By answering the following questions, you’ll gain a better understanding of the role you plan on taking in your relationship. When auditioning partners, be sure their role complements yours.
(Adapted from the Dual-Family Career Scale)
Strongly Disagree |
Disagree |
Neutral |
Agree |
Strongly Agree |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
Traditional items 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8
Egalitarian items 3, 5, 9, 10
“Keep your eye on men who want
to be a provider and protector.”
If you scored above an average of three, you tend to desire a traditional marriage. This means the husband brings home the paycheck and you care for the children and take care of most of the domestic responsibilities.
When looking for a mate, be sure to keep your eye on men who want to be a provider and protector (aka they have a secure job that can support a family).
If you scored below an average of three, you tend to desire an egalitarian marriage, sharing both financial and domestic/child care responsibilities.
This is a more modern relationship style, where both Mom and Dad bring home a paycheck and contribute equally to child care, laundry, dishes and cooking.
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