Book Quote by Kelly Corrigan
“It is one thing to be a man's wife - quite another to be the mother of his children. In fact, once you become a mother, being a wife seems like a game you once played or a self-help book you were overly impressed with as a teenager that on second reading is puffy with common ideas. This was one of the many things I had learned since crossing over into the middle place - that sliver of time when childhood and parenthood overlap.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: The Middle Place, 2012
Motherhood reshapes identity, making the spousal role feel like a past performance compared to the deeper responsibilities of parenting.
In simple terms: Motherhood changes priorities.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shifting roles.
Themes
family
identity
parenthood
marriage
growth
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
personal
sociological
When to use this quote
- new mother adjusting work
- married couples navigating parenthood
- personal growth workshops
Key Concepts
role transition
self‑discovery
life stages
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of your identity have changed?
- How can spouses support each other's evolving roles?
A Different Perspective
Balancing both roles can cause conflict and guilt.
