Priyanka Tiwari
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Working Couples: It is now a norm for both spouses to be pursuing a career in modern life and this has led to an increase in ‘working couples’. With this arise the need to distribute household tasks so that one can lead a conflict-free life which is not only work balanced but also healthy for the relationship. Proper division of work leads to reduction in stress and enhances the bond between couple.
How to Organize your House?
1. Have a conversation to complete the tasks
Having a household chores split is a two way conversation. It is important for both to understand that looking after the house is a joint responsibility. Together, figure out who feels more comfortable taking on different household tasks, and allocate the responsibilities accordingly.
2. Having a list of tasks that need to be done
To-do lists are very helpful in ensuring that tasks get accomplished. In this case, there should be separate sections for daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. More often than not, this arrangement helps in alleviating stress or pressure from one of the partners, and both are able to achieve balance as a team.
3. Assign tasks based on interests and capabilities.
In a scenario when the husband takes interest in cooking and the wife enjoys cleaning, the work can be split as such. This will ensure that no one person is obliged to shoulder the burden and both people will enjoy the tasks at hand.
4. Have a ‘team day’ on the weekends
In the case there are some responsibilities that remain incomplete because there gets too much work in the day, do them together on the weekend. This will not only keep the house in order, but will also allow you to bond more with your partner.
5. Use technology to assist you
In the present day, numerous devices and appliances can be found in stores that help make chores less time consuming. Such as dishwashers, robotic vacuum cleaners, and washing machines. These appliances help in saving time and effort.
6. Encourage and support one another
If one person has a particularly busy work day, the other partner is more than welcome to assist. Additionally, compliment each other every now and again, this will uplift the other person and boost their motivation.
7. Children Participation as well
In case you have small children at home, give them small age-appropriate chores which will help them feel responsible and be willing to support their parents as well.
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