The Growing Acceptance Of Male Wives In Modern Society

By Harriett Crosby


Gender role reversal usually elicited mixed reactions from many people in the past but this is no longer the case. It is not unusual to find people supporting the idea of female husbands and male wives or practicing it. In this situation, a woman assumes authority and makes decisions on most things. In return, the man assumes the role of a wife so that he and his partner can live harmoniously.

Although most men display a strong, masculine outward appearance, some of them secretly wish to let their wives become the dominant partners in their marital relationships. This is their way of expressing their love to their spouses. They may also do this to let their spouses know that they adore and trust them.

When some females first realize that their husbands are letting them be the dominant partner in their relationships, they may get confused especially if they have a submissive personality. However, women who have a dominant personality may expect this to happen and they embrace it right away. When this happens, both partners should realize their roles in the relationship and respect them.

Women are as aggressive as their male counterparts in the workplace and in education. They are getting promoted at work to become managers, heads of departments and chief executive officers among other high ranking positions. This empowerment also applies their relationships. They can take the dominant role in their marriages and can even be more mature than their spouses who may get sensitive to various issues and get moody often particularly when they get older.

If the woman becomes the primary bread earner in a family, then the man who has taken up the role of the wife has to be prepared to take on more responsibilities. Often men tend to wonder what exact role they should play in order to become more productive. Suggestions on this usually come from their partners and they ought to follow them.

A man taking up the role of a wife ought to have thorough knowledge about taking care of the family as this may be a new experience. To know what is expected from them, men need to have an open and frank discussion with their female partners. Free communication with their wives can also give men insight on how to move from one role to the other smoothly in a loving and sensitive manner.

A man who takes charge as the wife needs to be in close touch with all his family members. This is the way he can keep a balance between his personal needs and that of his family. This closeness would also keep the home happy and operational. He should also take some time off from his family responsibilities to pursue his own interests as this freedom from obligations can help him maintain a healthy balance.

Another thing that male wives should do is to network with others in the same position. This will help them establish friendships, share ideas and become more proficient with their daily responsibilities. Men in this position can also join local and online support groups. People should respect this lifestyle because spouses who opt for this arrangement do so to empower themselves but not to hurt anyone.




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