Comments on: More Than a Fashion Icon: What We Can Learn About Work/Life Balance From Michelle Obama

By: Darlene

Darlene — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:48:29 +0000

It is wonderful that the Obamas have achieved such amazing personal success in their own lives, but the American people elected Mr. Obama to do more than be a symbol of his own personal success. He was elected to get things done to benefit people who are really hurting right now. If he fails to help people as he promised–or worse, if he fails to seriously try–then the American public will quickly lose interest in Michelle Obama’s taste in shoes. The pomp and circumstance will grow tiresome very quickly, and she will remind us more of Imelda Marcos than Eleanor Roosevelt.

By: Anna T. Collins

Anna T. Collins — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:24:30 +0000

What I wanted to highlight in the article was the modern nature of Michelle Obama’s approach to work/life balance — modern due to her educational/professional achievements, approach to being a working mother (in the form of reliance upon an extended family/friends network), and unique marriage. These three parts of her life are uniquely modern, especially when considered together.

By: Lisa Gates

Lisa Gates — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:16:33 +0000

Anna, I think we have a first couple who may be the first first couple (!!) to really understand the link between core values and life balance, and this alone IMHO is worth the price of admission for the trickle down benefits we’ll reap in the next 8 years.

Work life balance is achieved when we consistently choose according to our values. Period. It doesn’t mean we suddenly become un-busy. We may be busier than ever before, but our choices create joy, fulfillment and accomplishment.

The First Couple has an exemplary record of walking the talk of values, regardless of what we think of their politics.

By: Alicia Anderson

Alicia Anderson — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 16:39:37 +0000

Michelle Obama teaches us so much about being a high-achieving professional and mom.

1) You don’t have to do it all – you can have help (ie, mom)

2) You can do life your way – (i.e., Mom-in-Chief)

3) You can be a succesful professional AND a loving wife and great mother

She’s creative, competent, confident, and cute!

I’m inspired by her and appreciate the example she has set for our nation.

By: Fred

Fred — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 02:12:57 +0000

Wow, Linda, lighten up……I mean what is the point of this article? That we dont want to hear anything she says or that she is well educated, O’Bama’s full partner and a snappy dresser to boot! You just know that when they settle down in that nice antique bed she isnt talking about what to have for dinner tomorrow….she’s helping him decide if he should nuke Iran, not to mention all those decisions about where to direct the stimulus…whooo.

By: Debbe

Debbe — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:02:39 +0000

How interesting I live in Florida and we never heard anything about it. Considering the Florida media thrives on sensationalism I just cannot imagine why they would not pass that up. You should be your own role model. I respect what she has done for herself and her family. What she says is HER opinion, not you, not me. I volunteered and spent 20 years in the US Navy defending people’s right to complain. You should be grateful that you DONT have to keep your mouth shut like the women did (and still do) in many countries. I’m proud to be black but prouder to be American. Worry about what with the economy, the decline in American education, our job losses and our troops…..
that’s more important.

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:18:13 +0000

It’s a breath of fresh air not to hear anything that Michelle Obama says. I hope she keeps her mouth shut for the next 4 years. I don’t appreciate her hateful,negative comments and feel that she stirs and creates too much controversy. One man went out of her campaign in Florida and started shooting a loaded gun after he attended one of her campaign rallies. This was not widely reported by the news because the news/media only wrote what they wanted to write about the Obamas. She is not a good role model for America. Let the liberals support her and let the rest of us forget her.

By: MrsObama Fan

MrsObama Fan — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:51:53 +0000

It’s about time that Americans have a modern marriage to model. It is refreshing to have a First Lady who is a “full partner” and comfortable in that role. Unlike Hilary, who seemed to always be trying to prove her worth, Michelle appears secure and confident that she can achieve her goals as First Lady.