Mother Quote by Jean Marzollo
“Keep telling yourself and others there are no supermoms, there are only wonderful mothers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mother’s Day Book, 1995
Celebrates ordinary mothers, rejecting the myth of a flawless “supermom.”
In simple terms: Mothers are wonderful, not superhuman.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate everyday motherhood.
Themes
parenting
self‑esteem
realism
Mood
warm
affirming
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- parent‑teacher meetings
- social media posts
Key Concepts
gender roles
social expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we support mothers without idealizing them?
- What pressures does the “supermom” myth create?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the challenges mothers face.
![“She drove me to ballet class...and she took me to every audition. She'd be proud of me if I was still sitting in that seat or if I was watching from home. She believes in me and that's why this [award] is for her. She's a wonderful mother.” quote by Elisabeth Moss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/32e/elisabeth-moss-11462_auditions_she-drove-me-to-ballet-class-and-she-too_578764.jpg)
