I think it is often forgotten and important to understand that the patriarchy exists only because of the consent of both men and women
The patriarchy is a power structure and like all power structures fundamental rely on balance between freedom and security. Historically women have benefited from increased security and men have benefited from increased freedom. The historical reason for the roles ending up this way is mostly to do with how each gender views risk and the value society places on people of that gender, a woman’s life traditionally being more valuable because of the ability to raise and nurture children. This rigid structure was and still is appealing to a lot of women because it not only gives a clear sense of purpose and an easy way for a lot of woman to feel like they are doing there role to better society but also that security that the patriarchy offers is very enticing to young women who live in such uncertain times. The patriarchy is and always has been a compromise between men and women that both sides agreed to and continue to uphold either because of familiarity or because of a fear of the unknown.