Problem 16 - Lack of Sharing

Lack of Sharing - 


This aspect is usually experienced by women, many of whom feel that husbands do not contribute to sharing
the home responsibilities as much as they should. This leads to feelings of being taken for granted, feeling
stressed out in an attempt to balance home and work. This is expressed through caustic comments, nagging
and irritability, which gives rise to more difficult problems. Women need to have a clear and frank discussion
with their husbands regarding sharing of household responsibilities. If you are a career woman, it is all the
more important that you have the support of your husband and family.
Most husbands do not want their wives' careers to suffer. It is just that they are not perceptive enough to
realise that they are not supporting their wives by not being actively involved in sharing some of the
household responsibilities. Clarifying this with them in a calm and rational manner will make them aware of
the situation. And they will at least begin to make some attempts.

This is not to say that they will be positive about wanting to tackle chores overnight. But they will have at least developed some sensitivity toward the situation!