Why is being a housewife no longer respected?
481004
Because a lot of people do not realize that it is not easy.  Also, many women do not realize that to be a modern woman means that you have many choices available to you.  One of those choices is having the blessed ability and choice to stay home and take care of your family.
503709
your very right.  people dont respect manners any more.  i held the door for one woman one day and she gave me this dirty look and walked out ..what has this world came to ...jp ... i just dont know anymore...
41132
lynette. though technically, she's not a 'housewife' anymore.
983078
There are still women in the world that don't have rights .That are pasted up for a job because a guy would rather hire another guy.Because we have to  stay at home with the kids.Because society wants us to kiss butt.If we speak out we're PMS wielding maniacs.......
414496
Give anyone more rights and they will undoubtedly take them to the extremes in the way of how they represent not only the law but also the generosity of ignorance within many others.  \n\nWomen were once glorified for being housewives and they could be beautiful as well as appreciated.  In todays standards some judge women as lazy for being wives and mothers without the new career standing behind their names, usually hyphoned before their husbands in these modern times.\n\nSo many women have lost a part of themselves trying to have it all and live up to what womens liberations says they deserve...it isn't about how much you put behind your name but rather what you can put forth in life.  A woman should be able to express herself with class and be adhered to as a woman and not judged for her open views let alone her sensuality.  And sensuality is a very natural instinct within a woman as is sexuality no different than in a man.\n\nToo often women try to be accepted within the guidelines society has set for them, it isn't who we were born to be but who we are expected to be in todays society.  A woman who can think for herself and stands with truth in her beliefs is a lady ...
1184790
personally. women of yesterday are greater than us now. they had more strict standards to live by and they probably had a lot more pressure and expectations from men.
545337
I don't know but you are right. I am a middle aged women and always thought it was correct to treat people decently. Most of my women supervisors are overbearing. It's their way or the highway. Its wrong but how do we change it?
330044
They aren't ganging up on you - women in general just have that affect on men.  If you're the only man in the house, I can see why you feel that way.  My husband does. :__)
923049
You'll be surprise that there are actually housewife that live like that. It might not exactly the same, but a lot is similar. I love watching the show, just because it's funny in it's own way.
817960
Thats not very nice, We try our best, all we ever want to do is help you out. If we allow you to get on with things by yourselves, such as cooking, cleaning etc. its only because we want you as women to feel independent and that we wouldnt want to infringe on your rights as a self sufficent woman.
69770
Mostly it is the way people are brought up that gives them the idea that a woman's place is in the home.  Psychology has a lot to do with that thought.  Everyone has different backgrounds and experiences in life that make them agree or disagree with that debate.  I as a woman dont feel that this statement is necessarily true and feel that a man has the same responsibility over the home as his wife does.  But like I said it all depends on how one was brought up and what ideas they developed on the issue.  For instance, my grandfather made the kids do everything in the house and would ask them to let my grandmother rest.  My mother then developed the idea that she should be a helpful housewife, unlike her mother.  My father, seeing that my mother did everything in the house, never lifted a finger in the house.  I grew up thinking how unfair that was of my father and believe that both should clean up around the house and look after the kids as well as both have the responsibility to work and pay the debts.  Thankfully my husband feels the same way!!!  LOL  We both make a mess, we should both pick it up!  We both spend money, we both should earn it!!
422615
Because up until Victorian times, poor standards in personal hygeine meant some intimate acts were not very pleasant to the  "giver". Modern times has meant more showers and hence more fun in(and out of) the bedroom.\nGod Bless Soap
750960
There were some of the things that were really harsh. But you got a point, divorce is so hyped these days.\n\nIf you don't believe in marriage don't do it. \nAgain, is nice saying "my wife" "my husband" you sort of of get more respect if you're married. I noticed that.\nCheers!
506279
Yeah, remember money is the root of all evil?!  Our society has taught people to totally be into status and things, possessions, including one's home.  People feel no guilt whatsoever putting their children in daycare possibly with adults that don't even like them, as long as they can continue to drive the nice car and live in the nice house.  Personally, I have an education but have chosen to let my husband make a worthwhile living, while I stay home and make my family's living 'worthwhile.'  Not everyone has that opportunity, guess I'm lucky.
528385
Old fashioned values are great and I would love to see them continue on.  But, there is such a fine line anymore.  Some women seem to want to get away from those values some and take charge more.  I think that is great too.  I think it all boils down to getting to go out with the person that you like.
840595
98% of the disrespect I faced was in my teenage years. Adults were convinced I knew nothing, even about myself and my beliefs, which was incredibly frustrating. As an adult, however, people (be it friends, family, colleagues, etc.) recognise my experience and knowledge and often ask my advice on pertinent issues, which I take as a mark of respect. I think part of it is that when you stop caring about being liked by everyone (at the expense of yourself) you are respecting yourself and others come to respect you also.
341608
We gave up a really good thing when we went for women rights.\n\nWe lost the right to be good mothers.  What's so good about having to work and not even having the choice to stay home most of the time?