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“At work you worry over the family at home. At home you fret over work left undone. Behold the working woman's stress.” quote by Elaine A. Cannon
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“At work you worry over the family at home. At home you fret over work left undone. Behold the working woman's stress.”

Elaine A. Cannon

About This Quote

Source Book: The Working Woman's Guide, 1978

Balancing work and home creates a cycle of worry, highlighting the stress women face.

In simple terms: Work and home worries cycle.

Key Takeaway

Seek balance and support.

Themes

stress balance gender roles

Mood

concerned motivational

Type

feminist self‑help

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • family time
  • self‑care
  • counseling

Key Concepts

psychology family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies reduce this cycle?
  • How can workplaces support families?
A Different Perspective

Balancing may not eliminate all anxiety.

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