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The Myth of Balance
- Gabrielle Union argues that the concept of "balance" is a patriarchal trap.
- It sets women up for failure by demanding they excel in all areas of life.
Different Standards
- Union observed that her husband, Dwyane Wade, was never asked about work-life balance.
- Despite his demanding career, businesses, and full custody of two children, only his financial success was questioned.
The Pressure to Assimilate
- Growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood, Union felt pressure to assimilate.
- She changed her hair, silenced her opinions, and even participated in racist jokes to fit in.