Skip to content

I finally gave up my little law practice and stayed home…

“I finally gave up my little law practice and stayed home for about three years. You have to do what you can to keep the family going. But I wanted to get back to work. So I got another babysitter and went to work as an Assistant Attorney General.” quote by Sandra Day O'Connor
Download Open image
“I finally gave up my little law practice and stayed home for about three years. You have to do what you can to keep the family going. But I wanted to get back to work. So I got another babysitter and went to work as an Assistant Attorney General.”

Sandra Day O'Connor

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Balancing family responsibilities with career ambitions requires creative solutions and perseverance.

In simple terms: Balance family and career with creative solutions.

Key Takeaway

Seek support and return to work.

Themes

family career balance

Mood

reflective practical

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • single parenting
  • career transition
  • legal profession

Key Concepts

work‑life integration resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What support systems can you build?
  • How do you measure personal fulfillment?
A Different Perspective

Support may be limited or costly.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Sandra Day O'Connor

Explore all 124 Sandra Day O'Connor quotes

More Assistants quotes

Browse all 322 Assistants quotes