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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I was also wondering about Steve Jobs as a father while listening to some of the press surrounding his passing.  There's no question that he made a great contribution to society and the business world with his vision, but I can't help but feel a little sad for what I assume is the toll it took on his family.  Frankly I feel that way about many great leaders in our country, including President Obama.  Also the military families.  [b]Why do we live in a world where greatness often requires sacrificing your family. [/b] And quite simply, I think that's why there will always be more "great" men that women.  I think there are far fewer women who are willing to make that family sacrifice than there are men.  I also think for many men, it may not even be a conscious choice - men have been socialized to be ambitious, driven, to make that family sacrifice while women have not been.  Sure, I would like to achieve wonderful things, but I'm not willing to miss out on time with my kids to do so.[/quote]

PP, you can't be serious! The world has nothing to do with it. "Greatness", no, forget "greatness", any professional achievement means sacrifice, for one simple reason - there are only 24 hours in a day, and you can be physically present in only one place at a time. If you are at the office, you are not at home with your children, and vice versa. Granted, you can try staying in touch using your iPhone.. but it won't be the same.

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