21 Arguments a Week? Welcome to the Family Circus
Family Feuds: The Hilarious & Heartwarming Truth About 21 Squabbles a Week
Ever feel like your household is a constant battleground of bickering? Well, you're not alone! A recent study revealed that the average UK family has a whopping 21 disagreements each week. Yes, you read that right – 21! And the kicker? Most of these squabbles are over utterly trivial things.
Bathroom Battles & Beyond
Apparently, the bathroom is a prime location for family feuds. The dreaded empty toilet roll tube and the unflushed loo are major triggers. (Seriously, people, it takes two seconds to flush!) But the bathroom isn't the only war zone. Leaving lights on, shoes in the doorway, unwashed dishes, and damp towels on the floor all make the top 50 list of argument starters.
London: The Capital of Bickering
Interestingly, Londoners seem to take the crown for the most argumentative families, clocking in at an average of six rows a day! Meanwhile, folks in the East Midlands and Scotland are apparently a bit more chilled, averaging just two arguments a day.
The Gender Dynamics of Disagreements
Ladies, listen up! The study also revealed that women are more likely to start arguments (we're not surprised). But on the flip side, we're also more likely to be the peacemakers. And when it comes to sulking after a row? Yep, that's us too.
Lockdown Legacy
Remember those lovely lockdown days? Turns out, being cooped up indoors didn't do much for family harmony. A whopping 41% of people admitted that lockdown increased the number of arguments in their household.
The Silver Lining
But hey, it's not all doom and gloom. Three-quarters of us believe these silly squabbles are just part and parcel of family life. And let's be honest, looking back, some of those arguments probably make for pretty hilarious stories now. As a Cushelle spokesperson wisely put it, "Everyone will remember fondly some daft arguments they would have had as children in their own families."
So, what's your role in the family feud? Are you the instigator, the peacemaker, or the one who sulks in the corner? Take the Cushelle quiz to find out! https://www.cushelle.com/family-arguments-survey
Remember, folks, at the end of the day, family is family. And a little bit of bickering is just part of the package. So next time someone leaves an empty toilet roll tube, take a deep breath, maybe crack a joke, and remember – it's all part of the rich tapestry of family life!
THE TOP 50 MOST COMMON FAMILY ARGUMENTS
1. Someone leaving all the lights on when they aren’t in the room
2. Someone leaving shoes in the middle of the floor/ in the doorway
3. Messy bedrooms
4. Someone not doing their fair share of the chores
5. Not changing the empty toilet roll when the last of it is used
6. When the heating should come on
7. Squeezing rubbish into an already full bin rather than emptying it first
8. Leaving dirty washing on the floor
9. Leaving toilet roll cores on the floor, windowsill etc, i.e. anywhere but the bin
10. Someone leaving plates and glasses in their bedroom