Along Quote by James E. Faust
“Homemaking is whatever you make of it. Every day brings satisfaction along with some work which may be frustrating, routine, and unchallenging. But it is the same in the law office, the dispensary, the laboratory, or the store. There is, however, no more important job than homemaking.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1995
Homemaking is valuable work, comparable to any profession, and holds unique importance.
In simple terms: Home duties are as important as any job
Key Takeaway
Respect and honor domestic work
Themes
family
work
value
Mood
appreciative
thoughtful
Type
sociological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- home management
- career balance
Key Concepts
Sociology
gender studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we elevate the status of homemaking?
- What skills from homemaking translate to other fields?
A Different Perspective
Societal undervaluation of domestic labor persists
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