Attitude Quote by Susan J. Douglas
“If you're like us -mothers with an attitude problem- you may be getting increasingly irritable about this chasm between the ridiculous, honey-hued ideals of perfect motherhood in the mass media and the reality of mothers' everyday lives.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Mothers on the Edge, 2015
Mothers feel increasing irritation due to the clash between idealized media motherhood and real daily life.
In simple terms: Media ideals clash with real motherhood.
Key Takeaway
Seek realistic expectations.
Themes
parenthood
media
expectations
Mood
empathetic
critical
Type
sociological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting advice
- media critique
- support groups
Key Concepts
sociology
gender studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can mothers cope with unrealistic standards?
- What role should media play?
A Different Perspective
Changing media may be slow.
