•For centuries, men were seen as breadwinners and women as homemakers. Traditions often celebrate women as caretakers, nurturing the family through cooking, cleaning and performing rituals like puja.
•Women in the medical field- doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, researchers, technicians- play a crucial role in saving lives, advancing healthcare, and supporting patients. Their work often requires long, unpredictable hours, night shifts, and emotional resilience.
•Instead of being universally celebrated, some women face criticism from relatives, neighbors, and community members based on her ability to maintain a “perfect home”.
•Even today, a women’s contribution outside the home is sometimes not valued as much as her role inside the home.
“Respect her for the lives she saves, not the hours she spend at home”
Women, including those who advocate for or benefit from health advancements like the HPV vaccine, often play a critical role in improving global health—through science, medicine, or education. The HPV vaccine, for instance, empowers girls and women by protecting them from cervical cancer and other HPV-related diseases, enabling them to lead healthier, more impactful lives. Yet, society sometimes unfairly questions women for pursuing these broader contributions, expecting them to prioritize domestic responsibilities over their professional or societal roles.
This double standard overlooks the fact that women’s health and empowerment—supported by measures like vaccination—enable them to “heal the world” in countless ways, whether through careers, advocacy, or leadership. The HPV vaccine is a tool that supports this by reducing health barriers, yet cultural expectations can still challenge women’s choices to engage beyond the home.
That’s so true. Society often overlooks the sacrifices women in healthcare make, balancing demanding professional responsibilities with expectations at home. It’s time we shift the narrative—her worth is not measured by how spotless the house is, but by the lives she touches, heals, and saves.
Even though times have changed, some people still criticize women who work late nights, relocate for work, or dress comfortably. However, no one acknowledges the struggles they face in managing household responsibilities, caring for their families, and managing office work. Women often exhibit remarkable patience and multitasking abilities.
I’ve seen many strong women in my life, but I want to talk about my mother, Amrutha. She’s an incredibly caring and kind-hearted person who handles everything with calmness and patience. As a homemaker, she takes care of all the household chores and dedicates herself to our family’s well-being. Her day starts at 5:00 AM and ends at 11:00 PM, filled with endless tasks and responsibilities. She even helps my father on the farm and supports our family when needed.
Despite facing criticism and lack of appreciation from some relatives, my mother remains unwavering. I always tell her not to worry about anything and that she’s a superwoman in my eyes. I’m proud of her strength, love, and dedication.
Let’s respect every woman; behind their smiles, they’re often doing much more than meets the eye.
We often overlook the work done by women, not just at home but also in the workplace. The issue is not only that she is not always at home, but also that when she is at work, people question her efficiency saying she looks tired or asking why she cannot manage everything perfectly. This reflects the unfair expectation that a woman must excel both at home and at work without any acknowledgment of the challenges she faces.
Yes, this mindset deeply affects women’s minds, specifically within our country, where traditional expectations are still tied to a woman’s worth to her role at home. Despite her role in the higher positions in the professional world outside, she still faces emotional strain through severe judgement for not prioritizing her domestic duties. Many women feel this pressure after marriage and this creates a guilt within them for choosing their profession over constant family care, even though they are supporting the family in various vital ways (like through their financial contribution). While balancing cultural expectations with professional dreams/aspirations, many women often suffer from mental health and self-esteem issues. All of these problems mostly emerge through the years of societal conditioning that still underestimates the contribution of women outside home.
A women plays a crucial role in home and in professional .A women only balance both professional and personal life . Being a working woman society criticised the women not In home.the respect the are getting outside they are not getting in home
Tough being a woman… with changing times however, women are getting their rights to work and study as well …but still some areas of the country do not give those rights and still in 2025 women are blamed for multiple things
I totally agree society often overlooks a woman’s hard work and instead ends up blaming her and even her profession if something goes wrong with her children or family.
As someone who is about to get married, I find these questions circling in my own mind several times. The pressure of expectations versus one’s own aspirations is real.
And the saddest part is, deep down, we all know this mindset is wrong yet it continues to persist.
Yes, society’s mindset can hurt women deeply. Many feel guilty for not doing ‘enough’ at home, even while they’re giving their best at work. But a woman deserves respect everywhere — in her profession for saving lives, teaching, leading, or serving, and at home for caring, guiding, and keeping the family together. Whether she is in the hospital, classroom, office, or kitchen — her efforts need to be appreciated, not judged.
This really hits home. Women who choose careers especially in demanding fields like healthcare often face criticism for not being “at home,” despite the incredible impact they make. It’s surprising how society sometimes undervalues those who heal, teach, and care just because they’re not doing it within four walls.
We need to remember that fulfillment doesn’t come from fitting a role it comes from making a difference. These women aren’t abandoning home; they’re expanding it for all of us.
Yes, many women do feel guilty sometimes, even when they’re doing amazing work in their profession. Society still expects them to manage both home and career perfectly, which creates pressure. I’ve seen women in healthcare working night shifts, saving lives, and still worrying about not cooking dinner. It’s unfair and emotionally exhausting. We need to change how we value women.
I think the traditional mindset is always hard to shake, and it will be a long time before we truly appreciate the valuable contributions and accomplishments of women over their designated roles in society.
But even so, slowly but surely, society is experiencing this gradual shift where there is a smaller focus on forcing women into traditional roles and mindsets. An even exchange of effort between men and women towards the upkeep of the home and society is becoming a popular idea and for the better! It can only improve from here.
. Nobody in this world can take the place of a mother. Mothers are superwomen.