Couples Worksheets | PsychPoint - Free Printable

This worksheet is designed to help you and your partner think about the roles each of you plays in your relationship — like who cooks, who pays bills, who plans dates, or who listens when someone’s upset. It’s not about right or wrong answers — it’s about understanding each other better.

Here’s how to fill it out step by step:

1. Your Role – Write down one thing you do regularly in your relationship. For example: “I cook dinner most nights” or “I handle our budget.”

2. Do you do this by choice? – Answer yes or no. Did you choose to take on this role? Or did it just happen over time? Maybe you felt pressured or assumed it was expected.

3. What skills do you have that support this role? – Think about what makes you good at this role. For example, if you cook, maybe you’re patient, organized, or love trying new recipes. If you manage money, maybe you’re good with numbers or planning ahead.

4. Is this a traditional male/female role? – This asks whether society usually expects men or women to do this. For example, cooking or cleaning might be seen as “traditional female roles,” while fixing things or earning more money might be seen as “traditional male roles.” But remember — these are old ideas, and many couples mix them up today!

You’ll want to make two copies — one for you and one for your partner. Then sit down together, share your answers, and talk openly. Don’t judge each other. Just listen and try to understand why each person does what they do.

After you both finish, ask yourselves:
- Are we happy with how things are?
- Do we want to switch any roles?
- Can we learn new skills to help each other?

The goal isn’t to change everything — it’s to make sure both people feel respected and heard.

Final Answer:
Complete the table by listing your relationship roles, whether you chose them, what skills help you do them, and whether they match traditional gender expectations. Then discuss your answers with your partner using kindness and active listening.