ERP 406: How To Negotiate The Division Of Labor For A More Harmonious Relationship — An Interview With Brian Page

According to research, in 39% of households, women contribute equally or more to the income compared to men. This transformation, while positive, marks a significant shift from traditional gender roles and poses a unique challenge when both partners are engaged in the workforce.

Historically, women often assumed the role of stay-at-home moms, responsible for all household chores. Women raised in such settings encounter the challenge of harmonizing these deeply rooted expectations with the pressures of a thriving career. As a result, the need to redefine the concept of a successful mother and wife becomes crucial, calling for collaborative endeavors from both spouses.

In this episode, we explore strategies and insights aimed at addressing this dynamic, guiding couples through the process of redefining gender roles and fostering mutual understanding.

Brian Page is the founder of Modern Husbands. He shares ideas on managing money and the home as a team. He is a former Milken National Educator of the Year, CNN Money Hero, and Working Group Member of President Obama’s Advisory Council on Financial Capability. He consulted for state governments, universities, and various nonprofits.

He served a one-year term as a Visiting Scholar at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in the Office of Financial Education.

Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode

4:26 Brian Paige’s personal journey into redefining relationship dynamics.

10:28 Navigating the learning curve: Redefining roles and managing mental load in modern relationships.

17:20 Streamlining life: Outsourcing, automating, and systematizing for reduced cognitive load in relationships.

21:14 Navigating division of labor and money in relationships

34:05 Striving for equitable leisure.

31:41 The power of regular household business meetings.

37:19 Empowering marriages with valuable resources: The modern husband's toolkit.

39:34 The significance of understanding the deep-seated beliefs and potential traumas that influence a partner's financial decisions.

Mentioned

Transition to Marriage Toolkit (course)

Relationship Map To Happy, Lasting Love

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