Care Quote by Dacia Maraini
“Besides, everywhere, life is getting longer, marriages fall apart, divorce is a reality that happens even where the law doesn't sanction it. It remains the tradition that women are trusted to take care of the children.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Women and Society, Dacia Maraini, 1998
Modern life extends, yet traditional expectations still pressure women to care for children despite legal changes.
In simple terms: Women still bear caregiving duties.
Challenge gendered expectations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting policies
- career planning
- legal reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you support equitable caregiving?
- What policies could reduce this burden?
Cultural change is slow and uneven.