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Shifting the conversation around expectations for women in the workplace

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Whether it’s juggling work and home life or being the dependable colleague who picks up the slack, women can feel the pressure to be everything to everyone. This is compounded by cultural narratives that glorify busyness and self-sacrifice, leaving little space for boundaries, self-care, or asking for help.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQluBUgDsek
24 Jul 2025 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Self-Improvement

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