SSSheryl Sandberg

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Sheryl Sandberg

Born 1969 AD; death year unknown

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01c. 1969 AD

Our discomfort with female leadership runs deep. We call little girls bossy. We never really call little boys bossy, because a boy is expected to lead, so it doesn't surprise or offend.

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02c. 1969 AD

I'd like to see where boys and girls end up if they get equal encouragement - I think we might have some differences in how leadership is done.

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03c. 1969 AD

Writing about joyful experiences for just three days can improve people's moods and decrease their visits to health centers a full three months later.

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04c. 1969 AD

When I went to college, as much as my parents emphasized academic achievement, they emphasized marriage even more. They told me that the most eligible women marry young to get a 'good man' before they are all taken.

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05c. 1969 AD

I would love to meet J.K. Rowling and tell her how much I admire her writing and am amazed by her imagination. I read every 'Harry Potter' book as it came out and looked forward to each new one. I am rereading them now with my kids and enjoying them every bit as much. She made me look at jelly beans in a whole new way.

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06c. 1969 AD

My grandfather had a paint store. It's what put my mom through college. Small business is part of my family history.

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07c. 1969 AD

It turns out that a husband who does the laundry, it's very romantic when you're older. And it's hard to believe when you're younger. But it's absolutely true.

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08c. 1969 AD

It's more pressure on women to - if they marry or partner with someone, to partner with the right person. Because you cannot have a full career and a full life at home with your children if you are also doing all of the housework and child care.

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09c. 1969 AD

I have a five year-old son and a three year-old daughter. I want my son to have a choice to contribute fully in the workforce or at home. And I want my daughter to have the choice to not just succeed, but to be liked for her accomplishments.

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10c. 1969 AD

'Option B' draws not just on my story but on the research and stories of many people overcoming all kinds of adversity. No one should have to go through challenges and trauma alone.

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