Abandon Quote by Sonia Sotomayor
“as for the possibility of 'having it all,' career and family with no sacrifice to either, that is a myth we would do well to abandon, together with the pernicious notion that a woman who chooses one of the other is somehow deficient.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the National Women's Law Center, 2019
Balancing career and family without sacrifice is unrealistic; choosing one path doesn't make a woman deficient.
In simple terms: Career‑family balance is a myth; choosing one isn’t a flaw.
Key Takeaway
Accept trade‑offs and support diverse choices.
Themes
gender equality
work‑life balance
social expectations
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- family counseling
- workplace policy
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
feminism
choice theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions better support work‑life integration?
- What personal values guide your choices?
A Different Perspective
The ideal of “having it all” can create undue pressure and guilt.
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