Having It All (But Not All at Once): Women, Work, and What Really Matters
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Having It All (But Not All at Once): Women, Work, and What Really Matters
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In this episode of Voices Rising, the hosts unpack thepersistent cultural myth that women can and should “have it all” — the career, the perfect family, the house, the status symbols, and the flawless body to match.
Drawing on their experiences from the 70s, 80s, 90s, andtoday, Marcia, Lynda, and Rachelle explore:
• How second-wave feminism and media (hello, Cosmopolitanand Helen Gurley Brown’s Having It All) helped cement the “do it all” expectation
• The toll of those expectations on women’s mental health,relationships, and sense of self-worth
• Why younger generations are redefining success away fromcars, houses, and labels toward freedom, time, and authenticity
• The power of boundaries, therapy, and real femalefriendships in navigating work, family, and personal goals
• What needs to change in workplaces and society so womendon’t have to burn out to succeed
The conversation is honest, multi-generational, and deeplypractical. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not “doing it all” or wondered if you’re allowed to want something different than what your parents had, give it a listen and let us know your thoughts.
For more Voices Rising, visit https://voicesrisingpodcast.com/