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Teach girls to reject being likable at all times from "summary" of Dear Ijeawele, or A Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Teach girls to reject being likable at all times. It is a notion deeply ingrained in our society, one that often shapes how girls are taught to behave from a young age. Girls are often socialized to prioritize being likable above all else, to be polite, to smile, to not make waves. This emphasis on likability can be stifling, limiting girls' ability to express themselves fully and authentically. By rejecting the pressure to be likable, girls are freed from the expectation to constantly please others. They are empowered to prioritize their own needs, desires, and ambitions without fear of being judged or rejected. This rejection of likability allows girls to embrace their individuality, to speak their minds, to assert themselves confidently in any situation. Teaching girls to reject being likable at all times is a radical act of self-love and self-respect. It is a way of affirming their worth...
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