Introduction
Wow! That is quite an overview on a bunch of frustrating information I relate to in different ways. Simmons tells us girls are more involved than boys in extra -curriculars and leadership positions in high school, in addition they attend college (undergraduate and graduate) at a higher rate, but are less true to themselves and who they want to be.
Girls are trying to be super impressive, but in all the "right" ways, which means not too much of anything because that could be perceived as negative. I think this will be explored much more as we read on, but I can say with certainty, I can relate to those comments.
Here is my serious concern: Parenting and trying to get this all right in a society that has taught it all wrong. Simmons indicates that girls are disconnecting themselves from their true self. Girls try to feel the "right" emotions, or live up to the needs and wants of others. Those others could be teachers, peers, parents, or boyfriends. How do we teach girls to be aware and okay with their feelings and beliefs as a parent? Some of the things I read made me wonder about how you balance it all.
Hmmm...not sure how much more I want to speak on that right now, but it really hit home. The chapter about parenting appears to be last, so I will hold out to see how Simmons thinks I should work on my parenting.
This is going to be a real learning experience....
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