It's likely everyone has done at least one of these things, and that's what makes this unique comedic commentary on everyday sexism so poignant.
What is often taken as innocent -- or even constructive -- becomes a blatant double-standard when the roles are reversed (if it wasn't clear already).
The anonymous social media persona "Man Who Has It All" explores the reversal with tongue-in-cheek "tips for men juggling a successful career and fatherhood." The short quips live on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr.
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"I'm not hung up on the label 'Saleswoman' because I know it covers both women and men," Geoff, Saleswoman, age 50. Very sensible mate.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) February 22, 2016
Posted by Man who has it all on Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Posted by Man who has it all on Monday, February 1, 2016
FATHERHOOD is demanding, tiring & draining but DON'T forget your wife. She needs your attention, tenderness & care too.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) February 19, 2016
TODAY'S TIP: Connect to your daddy friends. Being in a group of strong, wonderful males empowers men to live fully. Dare to be YOU.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) February 19, 2016
"My wife complains about having to babysit. What should I do?" Andrew, age 36. Gently remind her that they're her kids too mate.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) October 20, 2015
If you're really upset but laughing at the same time, that's about where I was too.
The posts ultimately speak for themselves, so take a moment to scroll through the account. I'm sure you've heard several of them in some form, maybe even all of them, maybe even a few while you're reading this.
The poster describes himself as "a frazzled working dad with a wife and three kids" who spends his ‘me time’ on social media. And what's unique about this account (that's really striking a nerve) is that it's calling out remarks that are very common among both men and women. For every snipe at male chauvinism, there's an equally compelling parody of seemingly inspirational messages we see directed at woman by women all the time.
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Working husband? How do you succeed at work? Matt, age 41, "I work hard on my posture so women take me seriously". Inspirational.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) February 24, 2016
Does your wife help out with the kids? You are VERY LUCKY. Blessed & charmed. I'm lucky, my wife once put some toast in for them
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) February 23, 2016
Posted by Man who has it all on Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Posted by Man who has it all on Sunday, November 29, 2015
My wife has really grown in confidence with the kids. She's great with them now they're older. I'm so lucky.
— manwhohasitall (@manwhohasitall) October 20, 2015
There's also something beyond the comments in the posts, though, that points to an underlying problem. What does it say about the state of gender equality if it takes reversing the roles to see how ridiculous the comments are?
When both versions seem ridiculous, then we may have really made some progress.
If you dig this concept and the social media isn't enough, you may be in luck. It looks like the poster has an agent, so we may see a book (or at least an e-book) sometime soon.
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