Superwoman

Book • 1975

Shirley Conran's 'Superwoman' is a non-fiction book that challenges traditional homemaking expectations by advocating for a more practical and liberated approach to domestic duties.

The book includes her famous mantra, 'life is too short to stuff a mushroom,' which reflects her philosophy of simplifying household chores and focusing on personal fulfillment.

Mentioned by

Prue Leith

Catherine Nixie

Ita Buttrose

Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by

Prue Leith

in reference to a friend who wrote a book where her whole thesis was that you should not waste your life doing things that are taking up lots of time and not giving you any pleasure.