For women, home is increasingly more important than career

Are more women leaning towards the traditional lifestyle?

There is a trend emerging on platforms like TikTok where women are prioritizing their private lives over their careers. Referred to as “tradwives,” these women choose what they call the “soft life,” focusing on their home, family, and personal well-being.

The trend represents an alternative to the challenges many women face in the world of work. However, experts warn about the potential economic risks of relying solely on your partner's income. Experts advocate financial independence.

While the tradwife trend highlights the desire for simplicity and traditional values, it also reflects broader societal changes in attitudes towards work-life balance. Despite the appeal of traditional roles, data suggests that female labor force participation remains high and many people are balancing work and family.

The trend has caught the attention of social media trend researcher Casey Lewis, who points out the contrast with the difficulties many young women face in the world of work. Lewis notes: “The thing about Tradwives is that it feels very different; it’s an escape from many people’s reality.”

However, experts warn that the tradwife trend may not be as widespread as social media suggests. Financial planner Stacy Francis highlights the economic risks that come with foregoing paid work and emphasizes the importance of financial independence for women.

The rise of trading women has sparked a debate about gender roles and economic security. Author Eve Rodsky criticizes the trend, saying: “Tradwives pretend to have agency in their decisions.” She points out the economic vulnerability that can arise from relying solely on one's partner's income.

Furthermore, the reality of modern life poses challenges to the traditional lifestyle. Heather Boneparth, co-author of “The Joint Account,” points out that financial privilege is necessary to support a single-income household, which is increasingly rare in today's economy.

Despite the appeal of traditional roles, social and economic factors are changing attitudes toward work and family. A recent study suggests that younger generations, including Generation Z, are prioritizing personal growth and well-being over traditional career paths.

Although some are choosing to take on traditional roles, data shows that female labor force participation remains high and many women are balancing work and family. Furthermore, recent changes in attitudes towards work-life balance suggest a broader reassessment of priorities among both men and women.