life skills

Most Millennials are waiting longer before they start a family. Many factors come into play here. Today’s young people are some of the most aware in history and they feel less restrained by race, ethnicity, religious practices, lifestyles choices, beliefs and traditions of the past.

MARRIAGE
Marriage comes at a later age than in the previous generations. In fact both men and women often wait until their 30s before the tie the knot.  Although young people may be they are thinking about marriage and relationships, they are not rushing to o it.

As superficial as social medial appears to be, young people take their relationships very seriously.   Millenials are much more open to dating outside their region, culture and race. Exceeding any other generation, Millennials are more independent politically, less religiously affiliated, and have a wide and deep interest in understanding new ideas and beliefs. They love to travel, and to be exposed to new life experiences.

ROLES
Young people today are building a family that represents a serious departure from those built by their parents and grandparents a generation or two ago. For Millenials the difference in sex roles are minimal or non- nonexistent. Paternal and maternal roles are blurred. This generation is the most gender neutral group in modern history. For the most part, roles and expectations in relationships are healthy and amazingly balanced.

Changing attitudes are playing  a key role the way Millennials raise their children. More young men are choosing to be active fathers, taking part in and truly nurturing their kids instead of just bringing home the bacon or being totally distant or absent.   

Couples equally share in the raising of the family as they juggle care-taking and achieving their career goals. In terms of careers and relationships, Millenials want it all. They want to fulfill their ideals of having a close loving family without sacrificing their creative interests. Great corporate culture and a good work life balance is extremely important to them.

MAKING IT WORK
Successful relationships take work and planning.  It has been found that young couples in such relationships are open to honest discussions with their significant other as to how they would like things to be. They understand that effectively using their time is crucial to success. They look at their priorities and come up with effective ways to deal with them. Successful young couples discuss finances together and come up with a workable plan.  

CARING FOR THE KIDS
At least two thirds of young dads believe that child care should be shared equally. Research has found that egalitarian dads, as opposed to traditionalist dads, are happier and more fulfilled in both family and career life. They both get involved in activities for the kids.  How and who will be taking them for school and activities , is divided between the two. Each partner is happy to support each other’s careers and will take on more of the child care when necessary. In fact, egalitarian marriages and relationship have a lower divorce rate, higher income and lower stress levels.

They make time for their relationship. Consistent schedules are important. For themselves and their children they create a morning routine, an afternoon routine and a bedtime routine. Together they will organize date nights, family events and also recognize that they both need personal me time too.

In terms of career, due to technological systems, it is possible for many people to work flexi time or work from home. When it comes to having it all, organization is key. From planning meals to making contingency plans for when children get sick are all part of building successful marriages .

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