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“It's incredibly painful to think back to the time I had to come back to work. I was so, so needed at home. Like the vast majority of people in America, I couldn't take unpaid leave.”

Quote by Brigid Schulte

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Brigid Schulte is a renowned author focusing on the theme of work-life balance. Her work delves into how people in modern society can balance work, family, and personal life. more

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