Becoming Quote by Gloria Steinem
“More women are becoming the men they wanted to marry, but too few men are becoming the women they wanted to marry. That leaves most women with two jobs, one outside the home and one in it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women’s Rights Conference, 2015
Gender role expectations force women into dual responsibilities, while men often avoid domestic duties.
In simple terms: Women juggle work and home; men avoid home roles.
Key Takeaway
Promote shared domestic responsibilities.
Themes
gender roles
work-life balance
equality
Mood
critical
motivational
Type
social commentary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family life
- career planning
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
feminism
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could support equitable domestic labor?
- How can men be encouraged to share household duties?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑rooted cultural norms is slow and faces resistance.
