We live in a society where works between male and female are strictly demarcated. This has mostly barred and marred most females to carry more loads than males. Yes, it may look normal but that normal in reality is abnormal when females are overly indulged and don't get to rest like males do. This mainly revolves around the household chores which are seen as females' work. The fact that we see washing of clothes, baking, cooking, cleaning of dishes, sweeping and so forth as females' work, men take advantage of it. The advantage is normal for males and yet, the females conversely have to carry those loads which in fact, males can render their services too. At times both parties don't seem to recognise the struggles which lie within; the females think that it's their job and the males think likewise. However, this long and deep wired practice implanted in our culture, having been practiced till date should be given a reconsideration. After all, females are also humans as much as males are. Despite the labels and demarcation of works, why can't there be flexibility? It is totally fine for a male to take turns sweeping the floor, cleaning the dishes or cooking.
Yes, males are considered physically stronger than females, but stooping down to do females' works does not make you weak. In fact it only builds you up and your family. It gives/leaves more space for love to grow. It enlarges your consciousness, and emits positive and vibrant practices of one's culture. This is not to change the culture that has existed, but to supplement our culture. It safeguards females' rights as much as males have.
I strongly believe, our society can become better and our children's future can be bright when we start prioritising on simple and basic things right from our family first by easing the loads of our sisters and mothers.
May LOVE drive us!
_Vizo Seyie
