I'm a hard worker and love my work. I have felt pulled toward work. And it's a pull I have ferociously had to counter to make room for my family.
Arlie Russell HochschildRead
Many women cut back what had to be done at home by redefining what the house, the marriage and, sometimes, what the child needs. One woman described a fairly common pattern: I do my half. I do half of his half, and the rest doesn't get done.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the unequal distribution of household responsibilities between men and women.
Arlie Russell Hochschild's quote addresses the burdens that women often take on in managing household duties, illustrating a common scenario where women feel compelled to do the work of both partners, leading to frustration and an incomplete fulfillment of shared responsibilities. It underscores the need for an equitable division of labor within domestic spheres, drawing attention to the challenges women face in balancing their roles at home and in society.
Themes
Gender RolesHousehold ResponsibilitiesInequalityMarriageWomen'S Rights
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about work-life balance, this quote can illustrate the challenges faced by women in managing household duties.
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