The Real Cost of Having It All with Minister Josephine Teo | S4E2

What does it take to have it all? Is it impossible to balance ambition, family, and the constant pressures at work? In this episode, we explore the realities of modern womanhood with Minister Josephine Teo. Together, we unpack the complexities of motherhood, what work-life balance (or should I say, work-life harmony) really looks like, and how these challenge the idea of success of being able to “do it all”.

From championing women’s development to advocating for more flexible workplaces, Minister Josephine Teo has been at the forefront of rethinking how we navigate career, family, and personal fulfillment. But even with these shifts, the question remains: Can women truly have it all, or are we just setting ourselves up for exhaustion?

Tune in as we challenge traditional expectations, discuss the policies shaping Singapore’s future, and uncover how women can redefine success on their own terms.

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Chapters:
00:00 Start of Episode
02:05 Introduction of Guest
03:05 Minister Josephine Teo Entering Politics
05:08 The Mom Guilt
06:47 Overcoming Struggles of Mom Guilt
10:45 Work-Life Balance Is A Lie
11:54 Work-Life Harmony vs Work-Life Balance
13:21 Caregiving Takes a Village
18:38 Making Memories that Count
22:22 Fear of Losing Touch With the Kids
25:18 Dads Get Mom Guilt Too
26:53 Importance of Preschool Support
30:40 Why is Caregiving By Default on Women
37:13 Breaking The Traditional Mentality
39:01 Uplifting Women in the Workplace
49:05 Shifting Into a Progressive Mindset
53:09 Minister Teo’s Advice
55:51 End of Episode