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


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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

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