Assistants Quote by Susan Rice
“When my son was a mere three months old, I started working at the State Department. I was not only the youngest Assistant Secretary of State but I was also a breastfeeding mother. I'm the first to admit that this felt crazy at times, and the balancing act is never ever easy. But my two kids are the most wonderful things that have ever happened to me.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at State Department Event, 2005
Balancing high‑level career duties with motherhood is challenging but rewarding, showing that professional ambition and parenting can coexist.
In simple terms: Career and motherhood can coexist with effort.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both roles, seek support.
Themes
career
parenthood
work‑life balance
women leadership
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- high‑pressure jobs
- new parents
- policy work
- public speaking
Key Concepts
gender equity
role conflict
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you set boundaries at work?
- What support systems help you?
A Different Perspective
Balancing may cause burnout without boundaries.
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