A Ghanaian life coach, John Amponsah has added his voice to the ongoing discourse on whether men should assist their wives with household chores.
In an interview on GH One TV, he emphasized the importance of mutual support in marriages while also cautioning against crossing certain boundaries that could harm a man’s image or dignity.
“You have to protect your image and be careful with certain things,” Amponsah explained during the interview. “I can wash for you, but if you can’t walk and hang them yourself, I would have a problem with it. I won’t hang it because I have to protect my image.”
His comments touched on a sensitive cultural issue that has sparked heated debates in Ghanaian households and beyond—how much domestic responsibility men should shoulder in modern marriages.
Amponsah, while advocating for cooperation, highlighted the need for discretion, particularly when it comes to chores often stereotypically assigned to women.
He pointed out that some women risk undermining their husbands by openly discussing such acts of support.
“A woman who goes out and tells people her husband is washing her panties is disrespecting herself,” he stated firmly. “I can help, but don’t create the impression that your man is foolish. It should be kept private.”
Amponsah’s remarks reflect a broader conversation about gender roles in relationships, where traditional expectations clash with progressive views on equality.
While many see acts of service as expressions of love and partnership, others worry about societal perceptions and the erosion of masculinity.
Many Ghanaian men have expressed mixed feelings about helping with chores traditionally considered “women’s work.”
Amponsah’s take suggests a middle ground: helping one’s partner but drawing lines that align with personal and cultural values.
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