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Another facet of societal pressure involves balancing motherhood with professional ambitions. The speaker notes the conflicting advice women receive: "You have to love being a mother," but "don't talk about your kids all the damn time." Women are encouraged to cherish their roles as mothers without letting those roles dominate their identity or conversations. Simultaneously, they are expected to excel in their careers, often being lauded for their ambition and independence.