Surprise, These Are The Utah Men Who Help With Housework

What Trait Should You Look For in a Man?

When it comes to housework, mopping the floors, washing the dishes, and doing the laundry, do religious men do less? Does a more traditional view of families mean a greater division of labor? If you live in Utah and want a more balanced household, is it better to find a progressive man among all the religious folk? 

The answer, according to research at the University of Utah, is surprising. It’s exactly the opposite. A study was done that showed religious men were far more likely to participate in household chores than those who did not profess a belief in God. 

They noted that one would assume religious men would be more misogynistic and hold to more traditional roles for men and women, but what they found was those who attend religious services see their role as believers is to help others and this includes their spouse. 

All Religions Teach the Importance of Helping Others

This wasn’t surprising to some of the men they interviewed including a Jewish rabbi and an Evangelical Christian. Both described how they saw their duties around the house as a reflection of their dedication to God. By helping around the house, they feel they are living a higher calling then just fulfilling their own needs. 

I know in my own case, I see my marriage as a partnership and try to do my part, though my wife has banned me from doing laundry, and for good reason. I just feel you could get it done a lot faster if you don’t worry about all the separating into colors and fabrics. I do my share of folding and hanging after it’s all done. 

Read More: The Number One Utah Idea for Romance

So, there you have it. If you want your man to do more around the house, according to this research, maybe get him to go to church.