Balance Quote by Dalia Grybauskaite
“Traditionally, women have a lot of different roles in society. It is very difficult to balance all these roles and at the same time to compete with men. A leading, successful woman has to put in much bigger efforts to be more competent and faster, more dynamic and organized, than a successful man.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2012 European Parliament Forum, Lithuania
Women face multiple societal expectations and must work harder to achieve parity with men in competence and speed.
In simple terms: Women juggle many roles and need extra effort to compete.
Key Takeaway
Support gender equity initiatives.
Themes
gender roles
work-life balance
competition
women's empowerment
effort
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
sociopolitical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Career advancement
- parenting
- leadership training
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Intersectionality
social expectations
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What structures can reduce the extra burden on women?
- How can societies value diverse contributions equally?
A Different Perspective
Risk of reinforcing stereotypes about women's capabilities.
