I can't believe I sent this to my hb..found in my sent box..lols..
found these tips on the net. It is about ways to get rid of lazy husband syndrome. The tips sounds reasonable but what if being clear,polite, respectful, and schedule time (all of which I have tried) still doesn't work on him?
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Tip #1: Be Appreciative of What He DOES Do
Before Maggie starts complaining and criticizing her husband for his lack of ambition around the house, she needs to first show appreciation for the things her husband actually does every week. If he goes to work or looks for a job every day, she needs to thank him for that. If he is putting away dishes, or making dinner she needs to affirm him for those things.
Tip #2: Be Clear - Be Polite - Be Respectful
If a wife wants work done around the house, she simply needs to ask her husband in a clear, polite, and respectful way - likely the same way he is treated at work. Men are more motivated to do things for people who respect them. Wives, in general, have difficulty learning to speak the language of respect to their husbands. And assuming he knows what is expected of him is seldom useful. A simple, "Are you going to finish taking care of the leaves in the back yard?" without any negative or critical tone is often enough to get the work finished.
Tip #3: Schedule Time
Many husbands rely on their wives to schedule their weekend "free time." If your husband has a project yet to be completed, let him know, "Honey, would it help you if I take Johnny to soccer this Saturday so that you can have that time to finish the back yard?" Communicating with an attitude of "helping" versus "criticizing" is important.
Tip #4: Yes, "The Answer" is Often More Sex!
Crazy as it may sound, in an anecdotal survey done by therapist Michelle Weiner-Davis, men whose wives initiated and positively responded to sexual advances more frequently had husbands who accomplish more chores around the home - without even being asked! Definitely something to think about!
Bottom Line: To positively impact our husbands, we need to first change our own behaviors to become clear, respectful and positive! When wives act like this, everyone wins!
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Marriage is a team made up of two people that has a friendship,commitment,and love. When the love dilutes, friendship plays a big part in the marriage. But who would like a friend who just sits around entertaining himself with games from day to midnight and let his friend do all the job? I mean even students working on projects wouldn't like a group member who do not do their part. I'm really tired. I've tried talking to him and all. He'd do a little more for that week and then he'd be back to his original behaviour. After that, I wouldn't even feel like talking to him or seeing him because I just know that it wouldn't change anything. Everyday I wonder what I got myself into and feel trapped and depressed. 10 years of friendship, almost 3 years of dating and only 1.5 years in a marriage. The law makes it impossible for me to file for a divorce because we need to be married for at least 3 years. Its very hard for me to imagine that I'll be happy for the years to come.