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Iliza Shlesinger
May 10, 2023
Iliza Shlesinger, the inimitable stand-up comedian, talks about growing up Jewish in conservative Texas, doing stand-up comedy in parking lots, and navigating societal expectations of women. The podcast also includes discussions about youthful antics, childhood games, and the fear of rejection in dating.
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- Women are expected to shine but not too brightly, leading to a never-ending goalpost of success.
- Women face higher expectations to be vulnerable and open, while men are not held to the same standards.
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Navigating societal expectations as a woman
In her book Girl Logic, the author explores the constant navigating that women do to meet societal expectations. One of the most absurd expectations for women is the constant requirement to be humble. Women are expected to shine, but not too brightly or it might upset others. Additionally, there is a tendency for women to offer up trauma as a way to validate their success, which adds another layer of complexity to societal expectations. These expectations keep women preoccupied with what level of success is acceptable, making it a never-ending goalpost.
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