Lean In

I found myself intrigued by the new book "Lean In" by Sheryl Sandberg. I heard mixed opinions about what she was advocating in regards to women & work. That rather than leaning away we need to lean in to what we are doing so I had to read it for myself.

I must say I really liked this book. I found it to state a lot of truths about women in general. The high expectations that are put upon us to try and have it all. Choosing children and being a mom over having a career. The guilt of working versus staying home. The judgement among women instead of support for the choices we make to work or not work. I think as a woman we have many challenges on all levels and it is ultimately up to us to make choices that work best for our lives. I don't judge women who choose to have a career and have children. Just because you have a child doesn't mean you need to stay home and be a mom. I also totally get women who want to stay home and be a mom because they feel it's important to raise their children. I cast no judgement on anyone's life choices but yet so many women do rather support one another.

 I personally think for myself there needs to be a balance between work and being a mom. Since I have to work to some degree I find that my husband has to pick up the slack while I'm away. If I was home all the time I don't see that happening. He's a team player by default. I also find I need time away from my children. I love them dearly but I also need to be an individual too.