I know what you mean. You're absolutely correct in your position to be afraid. 10 yrs back there wasn't even this much awareness, hence it was easier by this patriarch system to manipulate women into doing things in an unbalanced way. But now times have changed, and women are getting more and more aware of their rights and about what's right and what's wrong. It's easier to accept bad fate when one doesn't know there are better options to pursue. So now it's time for women to be fully aware and cautious about what they want and choose in life.
In my house, my husband in the primary cook. And there was this game in his office where he revealed this, and to his surprise, even North Americans (Whites) seemed to be doing a 'Wow' reaction. Only then my spouse had to point out that it's very unfortunate that even today it's such uncommon and out-of-the-box scenario. Ours is an arranged marriage and I made it very clear while dating itself that I cannot cook neither do I wish to take up this position at home at any point of time. So this worked out fine. However, even till today even after 7 yrs of marriage, I have to keep hearing this from everyone (not my spouse or family/in-laws) that I intentionally spoil my dishes so that I don't have to cook at home. 😊 Initially I used to be hurt, but now I've learnt to raise my woke voice selectively, so I nod along. So dear, for coming 100 yrs, this imbalance is going to be very much prevalent in some form or the other. So you've to be very careful in clearing these things out much earlier stage in your dating. Also, it's time we spread awareness at our homes to our cousin brothers who are having love marriages, that 50% household chores is their responsibility, no matter whether the girls love them even without that or not. Too many things to take care at home, one has to absolutely pitch in otherwise in a double income household, the one who does everything will eventually have a breaking point and that's not good.
Most important is just be aware and clear about what you want. It's choosing a life partner, not buying a toy. So you have 100% say in this matter, do not compromise on your 'Need' list. Only 'Nice to have' list can be adjusted. If to hold onto your principles and fear, you've to reject many guys in the process, no worries. The right one for you would understand your pov and not cross question you. 😊 Also, anyone can lie too lol. So better is to have a dating period of more than 1 yr at least, so that you can get to know if he has integrity or not. 😆
Edited by prerna4rishav - 5 years ago