Ambivalence Quote by Warren Farrell
“When divorces meant marriage no longer provided security for a lifetime, women adjusted by focusing on careers as empowerment. But when the sacrifice of a career met the sacrifices in a career, the fantasy of a career became the reality of trade-offs. Women developed career ambivalence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Myth of the Rational Voter (2007) – cited in gender studies
Women turned to careers for empowerment when marriage lost its security, leading to complex trade‑offs and ambivalence.
In simple terms: Career became both empowerment and source of conflict for women.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address career‑family trade‑offs.
Themes
gender roles
career
empowerment
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
sociological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- corporate policy
- career counseling
- flexible work
- support networks
Key Concepts
work‑life balance
social expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could reduce career ambivalence?
- How do cultural norms shape career choices?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures can limit true empowerment.
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