018 – S1 E17 – How might we update social norms to recognize our mothers’ responsibilities to not only their children, but also to themselves?

homeroom is an international podcast bridging the education gap between the classroom and the living room by starting conversations impacting the next generation. In this episode, I speak with Tess, an art advisor and activist, grafitti artist, and professional mom based in New Jersey, USA—about the mental and emotional dexterity required to navigate career, family, and side projects. We talk honestly and vulnerably about the challenges of raising children, and why the choice between career and family might be a myth. Check out our conversation, join our ongoing discourse on social media, and subscribe for more. https://www.instagram.com/homeroomed/ — Tess is an art advisor and activist based in New Jersey, connecting artists with opportunities to paint murals in their community. She is also the Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator for the School of Engineering at Princeton University. https://www.instagram.com/tesselating Rée is a visual storyteller and educator exploring the consequences that mass education has on creativity, identity, and interpersonal connection. https://www.instagram.com/theinterdisciplinarian/