Justice Quote by Sheryl Sandberg
““When it comes time to settle down, find someone who wants an equal partner. Someone who thinks women should be smart, opinionated, and ambitious. Someone who values fairness and expects or, even better, wants to do his share in the home. (p.116)””
About This Quote
Source Book: “Lean In”, 2013, p.116
Advocates equal partnership, valuing women’s ambition and shared domestic responsibilities.
In simple terms: Seek an equal, supportive partner.
Key Takeaway
Choose fairness in relationships.
Themes
gender equality
partnership
ambition
fairness
home life
Mood
empowering
assertive
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- cohabitation
- career planning
Key Concepts
social norms
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities define an equal partner?
- How to negotiate shared duties?
A Different Perspective
Societal expectations may resist change.
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