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usly Break Down our Relationships

2 . Create A System For Dividing Chores

Disappointingly , in several areas of the world , ladies still do the majority of the housekeeping , according to a recent study in Demographic analysis . To actively combat this tendency , you and your partner will sit down and understand who needs to do what tasks or perhaps create a chore wheel . This helps you make sure there aren ' t any loose ends , since it ' s typically the lady or the more feminine-presenting person who ends up tying them up .

3 . Let Your Partner Know It ' s OK For Them To Defy Gender Norms

Even when our partners do not tell us they are looking for a masculine man or a feminine girl , we generally feel like we ' ve to be one way or the other because we ' ve been educated that is what is desirable . So , if you are dating a person , it ' s going to help to let him understand he can cry in front of you . And if you are dating a girl , she might like to know you appreciate how independent she is . We should not need validation from our partners in order to be ourselves , but since gender norms can be so powerful , some of us still appreciate it .

4 . Give Your Partner the Chance to Do Non-Stereotypical Things

Sometimes , we assign individuals tasks based on their gender without thinking . For instance , after we need to get somewhere , we ’ d subconsciously ask men to assist us with directions , and after we want someone to take care of our kids ; we ’ d ask a girl first . Once you and your partner need to get something done , challenge your instincts regarding who should accomplish what . Maybe the girl is actually the one who will realize her way around the town most effectively — and perhaps she does not always get the chance to exercise that strength . Letting your partner be their whole self not only challenges gender roles but is also just a part of being in a healthy relationship .

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