I think it requires a bit of thinking and planning to be able to find a way to make each part of your life coexist; both the work and family. Sometimes it doesn't work. Some careers you can't do that but that does not mean it is impossible. It depends on your resources and situation.
But I do agree that all family members should have something to do whether work, part time work, volunteering or something that takes them into a different sphere to communicate with others and feel like they are involved with something else which may decrease tensions at home, or not.
Having understanding family members who look out for each other and help to make the work-family life happen helps but I don't think that is applicable in all cases either. No one should be looked down on or made to feel inferior for trying to fulfil both sides or when they are having trouble on making it work.
PS I hope you don't mind me joining in.
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