What’s going on here? A study titled The Shriver Report Snapshot: An Insight Into The 21st Century Man surveyed 818 heterosexual men in the U.S., all over the age of 18, about the qualities they desire in their daughters and wives. (Seriously, why is this even a study? It feels like we’re stuck in a time warp.)
Key Findings
Let’s dive into the findings: Intelligence was the most desired trait for both daughters and wives, which is a promising start. However, the preferences take a puzzling turn after that.
Interestingly, 66% of men expressed a desire for their daughters to be independent, while only 34% felt the same about their wives. Additionally, 48% valued strength in a daughter compared to just 28% for a wife. This raises the question—are we talking physical strength or the emotional resilience that comes in handy during tough times, like when a major project falls through or a family member passes away? Perhaps the researchers overlooked a crucial trait: the ability to locate items in the fridge—guaranteed to be a win for wives!
Where Wives Shine
So where do wives shine? In areas like attractiveness, sweetness, and nurturing, of course. It seems that for many men, a wife’s value hinges on being both beautiful and caring. It gets even more disheartening; 30% of respondents believe that women stepping into more roles outside the home has negatively impacted American men’s self-confidence.
Conclusion
In summary, men desire their daughters to embody intelligence, independence, and strength—all essential qualities for success in their careers. But, alas, those same qualities in women seem to be viewed through a lens that requires them to also be attractive and nurturing. As Danielle Parker from The Herald aptly puts it, “With the evolving roles of women in society, some men are struggling to find their place.”
An idea for these gentlemen: It might be time to evolve alongside women rather than holding onto outdated notions.
Further Reading
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