Let’s share the housework

Is housework fathers’ job in your country? Is it mothers’ job? Or are the couples able to share the housework well?

It was natural for fathers to work outside and for mothers to do the housework in Japan when I was a child. However, it is more common that fathers and mothers both work in Japan now, and more and more couples are talking about "how to share the housework well".

Among them, I would like to introduce some good ones .

1. As a teammate of a married couple, let's get on the same page of "what is housework".

The first important thing in sharing the task of housework is to have a common understanding of "what kind of work does housework have?" 

If there is a gap at this point, things that work will not work. It is very important to talk about it  firmly and calmly!

2. As teammates, we need to take into consideration the strengths and weaknesses of each other, the strength of our commitment and so on.

Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses.So it is better to leave the housework to someone who is good at doing it.

The strength of commitment is also important in sharing household chores. Discuss which household chores you are particular about, what you are good at and what you are not good at, and then share the housework. 

3. Don't forget to be thoughtful and care for your partner.

If you work, irregularities will inevitably occur and you may have to ask your partner for the housework you are in charge of. In such a case, it is important to remember to be grateful to your partner. The reverse is also true. When your partner’s irregularity occurs, you are willing to take on or help your partner. By supporting each other, you will become a better teammate.

4. Make good use of electrical appliances.

Recent home appliances are evolving steadily. Most of them are expensive, but considering the time and effort spent on housework, the cost performance will not be bad. With one push of a button, you can clean the floor, wash the dishes, wipe the windows, and so on.

In fact, the division of housework often triggers a quarrel between couples. However, it would be nice if you could take a positive view of sharing housework, rather than taking it negatively, as an opportunity to have compassion for the other person and deepen ties.

Thank you for reading.