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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/21

@ Y Combinator

Life doesn't stop just because you're stressed out doing the hardest thing you've ever done before; being a mom can be seen as a strength, and we should reject the notion that we can't be good parents while pursuing our careers.

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Future Founders Conference for Women Globally

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Future Founders Conference for Women Globally

03/09/21

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Tracy Young

06/12/19

@ Y Combinator

It's totally possible to lead a team while managing the challenges of parenthood, as I did while leading over 400 people and navigating my pregnancy and childbirth.

Aditi Nerurkar

01/15/24

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Chronic stress should not be glamorized as a sign of success; instead, we should aim for fulfillment and connection in our lives.

Chris Bumstead

10/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

It's okay to feel stress during adversity, but you need to prevent that stress from making you avoid challenges.

Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

It's important to recognize that children can feel pressured to meet their parents' emotional needs, which can lead to unhealthy dynamics in their relationships, as it becomes their job to care for us.

Kim Kardashian

05/22/23

@ Jay Shetty Podcast

There's no manual for parenting, and everyone is doing their best. It's important to appreciate the support from friends and family during tough times.

Aditi Nerurkar

01/15/24

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The societal expectation to 'keep calm and carry on' can lead to toxic resilience, where productivity is prioritized over well-being. Toxic resilience is often promoted, but it needs to stop.

Sheryl Sandberg

06/02/17

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

It's crucial for women to make career decisions from a place of strength, ensuring they have supportive partners at home and pursuing the best job opportunities available.

Kim Kardashian

05/22/23

@ Jay Shetty Podcast

The experience of parenting is incredibly rewarding yet challenging, and it teaches you so much about yourself that you never anticipated.

Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

Having kids brings automatic meaning to life, and while some studies suggest parents are unhappy, they often overlook the deeper fulfillment that comes from parenthood.