Hi from a Stanford ‘98 classmate. This sounds like a great conference. I just wrote a post about career today so I’m sharing it in answer to your question. I am trying to balance career, parenting teens, marriage, being a cancer survivor, trying to write, and keeping up with friends and exercise. I’m managing but some days are harder than others!
Yes I just read your post - you're a fantastic writer! I'm glad you have survived your cancer - it sounds so harrowing. Thank you for sharing the career advice lessons through your Substack - definitely an interesting read - you have a great sense of humor in your writing. Keep it up! Looking forward to learning more from you!
I loved reading your reflections on the program! It’s inspiring to hear how Stanford’s Women and Leadership Program provided you with both practical tools and personal growth. The blend of academic rigor and emotional intelligence truly seems to foster powerful leadership skills. Thanks for sharing your journey!
aww, wow! yes I saw this conference and immediately jumped on registration. I think all of us women need to be talking about this - we are so busy it's nice to be able to share insights on how to do everything important in our lives! Thanks for sharing your encouragement ;)
Sounds like a rewarding and interesting conference. Lucky you. I'd say that it's been a real eye-opener being around older people living abroad. It's not something I expected, but it's been wonderful to see retirees living an adventure and enjoying life. There are, of course, all kinds, but nevertheless, always a story behind each person.
So interesting! how old are these older people? what are some things you're learning? My husband and I are realizing we prefer to hang out with people older than us - their wisdom just flows...very few things beat the perspective of age!
Since I’ve been living abroad since 2009, it’s hard to pin down a good answer. I’ve spent significant amounts of time with folks in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. And they all seem to be living a vibrant life. Sure, there are challenges, but I love to listen to them. They just buck the stereotype of what the ‘elderly’ are supposed to be.
so awesome! yes I definitely appreciate the wisdom of our elders… it is so interesting to see the wide variety in aging… I have seen it both in my dad (who didn’t take care of his health) and my mom, who is very vigilent. Self care definitely matters!
This sounds like an interesting conference. Even without meaning to "make a career", caring for young children puts a lot of toll on a marriage already! I would be keen to hear from those who managed them - the 25%!
agreed - children take a lot more energy than work! they are probably the #1 reason marriages get on the back burner.
My husband and I just started a daily walk ritual - try to walk 15-30 min. a day without the kids. we are fortunate our kids are getting old enough to be home alone for a bit (older watching younger one)
Hi from a Stanford ‘98 classmate. This sounds like a great conference. I just wrote a post about career today so I’m sharing it in answer to your question. I am trying to balance career, parenting teens, marriage, being a cancer survivor, trying to write, and keeping up with friends and exercise. I’m managing but some days are harder than others!
https://open.substack.com/pub/heidichong/p/career-advice-for-gen-z?r=2s9s2e&utm_medium=ios
Yes I just read your post - you're a fantastic writer! I'm glad you have survived your cancer - it sounds so harrowing. Thank you for sharing the career advice lessons through your Substack - definitely an interesting read - you have a great sense of humor in your writing. Keep it up! Looking forward to learning more from you!
I loved reading your reflections on the program! It’s inspiring to hear how Stanford’s Women and Leadership Program provided you with both practical tools and personal growth. The blend of academic rigor and emotional intelligence truly seems to foster powerful leadership skills. Thanks for sharing your journey!
aww, wow! yes I saw this conference and immediately jumped on registration. I think all of us women need to be talking about this - we are so busy it's nice to be able to share insights on how to do everything important in our lives! Thanks for sharing your encouragement ;)
Sounds like a rewarding and interesting conference. Lucky you. I'd say that it's been a real eye-opener being around older people living abroad. It's not something I expected, but it's been wonderful to see retirees living an adventure and enjoying life. There are, of course, all kinds, but nevertheless, always a story behind each person.
So interesting! how old are these older people? what are some things you're learning? My husband and I are realizing we prefer to hang out with people older than us - their wisdom just flows...very few things beat the perspective of age!
Since I’ve been living abroad since 2009, it’s hard to pin down a good answer. I’ve spent significant amounts of time with folks in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. And they all seem to be living a vibrant life. Sure, there are challenges, but I love to listen to them. They just buck the stereotype of what the ‘elderly’ are supposed to be.
so awesome! yes I definitely appreciate the wisdom of our elders… it is so interesting to see the wide variety in aging… I have seen it both in my dad (who didn’t take care of his health) and my mom, who is very vigilent. Self care definitely matters!
This sounds like an interesting conference. Even without meaning to "make a career", caring for young children puts a lot of toll on a marriage already! I would be keen to hear from those who managed them - the 25%!
agreed - children take a lot more energy than work! they are probably the #1 reason marriages get on the back burner.
My husband and I just started a daily walk ritual - try to walk 15-30 min. a day without the kids. we are fortunate our kids are getting old enough to be home alone for a bit (older watching younger one)
what are your tips for maintaining marriage?