Homemakers as CEOs: How Recognizing Domestic Leadership Can Transform Society
In today’s fast-paced world, the leadership and management skills of homemakers often go unnoticed. Despite handling finances, decision-making, and emotional well-being for their families, they are rarely acknowledged as the true CEOs of the home. Why is this?
Cultural norms have long undervalued domestic work, labeling it as much less prestigious than corporate roles even though I believe they have an even more important role than CEOs , they are working 24/7 . If we look to our ancient scriptures, we see that women have always embodied the qualities of leadership:
Maa Durga: Balances cosmic order, akin to how homemakers balance their families’ needs.
Maa Sita from the Ramayana demonstrates emotional resilience and grace in managing adversity.
Devi Anasuya: known for her wisdom and influence, shows how powerful silent leadership can be.
Draupadi from the Mahabharata navigated complex family dynamics with strategic thinking and leadership.
Recognizing homemakers as the CEOs of their households isn’t just symbolic—it has real-world benefits ,when society acknowledges their leadership:
- Increased Respect for Domestic Roles: Elevating these roles can shift societal norms, fostering greater respect for homemaking as a form of leadership.
- Balanced Gender Dynamics: Recognition can contribute to a more balanced view of leadership across genders, leading to more equality in decision-making within families.
- Better Health both Mental and Emotional : When homemakers feel valued, their emotional well-being improves, leading to healthier family dynamics.
- Socio Economic Impact: Recognizing the economic and emotional labor that homemakers contribute can reshape policies around caregiving, creating more inclusive systems.
It’s time we recognize homemakers for what they truly are: skilled leaders and CEOs of their homes, running their households with wisdom, strength, and resilience. A society that values all forms of leadership is a stronger, more inclusive one.
Women are the backbone of any society and they provide balance to ensure harmony.