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February 6, 2025 40 mins

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of No Shrinking Violets, host Mary sits down with her accomplished and multi-talented friend, Dr. Kelly Weaber, to discuss the complexities of balancing motherhood, career aspirations, and personal growth. Drawing from Kelly's dissertation, The Boys Will Be Okay: Exploring the Mother-Learner-Worker Experiences, the conversation dives into the challenges women face when society expects them to excel in every role.

Kelly shares her journey as a first-generation college student, a dedicated professional in higher education, and a mother navigating co-parenting, all while pursuing her Doctorate of Education. Together, Mary and Kelly reflect on gender roles, societal expectations, and the power of persistence in the face of obstacles.

Whether you're a parent, a professional, or simply someone striving to balance multiple roles, this episode offers relatable insights, empowering anecdotes, and a reminder that we’re all figuring it out, one step at a time. Tune in for an honest and uplifting conversation you won’t want to miss!

Read more about Nancy Chodorow, PhD, quoted by Kelly in this episode, HERE.



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