Episode 210: The Enneagram and Marriage ft. Christa Hardin
Oct 19, 2023
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Author Christa Hardin discusses using the Enneagram in marriage to enhance relationships. Topics include harnessing the power of the Enneagram in couples work, exploring Enneagram instincts for marital harmony, navigating conflict resolution, and understanding the influence of fathers on children's gender attitudes.
Encouraging shared responsibilities at home can lead to more balanced gender roles in future generations.
Deep dives
Parental Influence on Children's Gender Attitudes
Fathers spending time on childcare during childhood and participating in housework during adolescence were associated with more gender egalitarian attitudes in children aged 14-15. Children's gender role attitudes were found to be significantly influenced by fathers' engagement in housework, equivalent to mothers' paid labor in the workforce.
Longitudinal Study on Gender Attitudes in Australian Children
A longitudinal study of Australian children born between 1999-2000 followed 2,796 kids every two years for a decade. The research revealed that fathers' involvement in childcare and housework, particularly during children's adolescence, significantly impacted children's gender role attitudes by the age of 14-15.
Implications for Parental Engagement
The study emphasizes the importance of fathers' active participation in childcare and housework in shaping children's gender attitudes. By actively engaging in housework and demonstrating gender equality, fathers can positively influence their children's outlook on traditional gender roles, fostering more egalitarian beliefs.
Investing in Future Generations
Father's unpaid labor at home was noted as a crucial factor in shaping children's gender role attitudes, comparable in significance to mothers' paid labor outside the home. Investing in gender equality through active participation in housework could have profound impacts on future generations and promote healthier relationship dynamics.
Practical Steps for Parents
Parents can positively impact their children's gender attitudes by actively participating in housework, opening conversations about gender equality, and modeling egalitarian behaviors. By fostering a culture of shared responsibilities and mutual respect within the family, parents can contribute to long-term shifts towards more balanced gender roles.