Femininity Means Making Everyone Likes You Always And If They Don't You're a Hag
keywordsguilt, shame, womanhood, societal expectations, self-acceptance, mental health, relationships, individuality, empowerment, feminismsummaryIn this solo episode, Grace Bithell delves into the complex emotions of guilt and shame that women often experience. She reflects on societal expectations and the contradictions that come with womanhood, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and the need to advocate for one's own needs. Grace discusses the impact of comparisons and feelings of inadequacy, while also exploring the archetypes of maiden, mother, and crone, encouraging women to embrace their individuality and be unapologetically themselves.takeawaysGuilt and shame are prevalent emotions for women.Societal expectations create contradictions in womanhood.Women often feel the need to please others.Connection is built on vulnerability, not perfection.People are messy, and that's where true connection lies.Not advocating for needs can sabotage relationships.Women frequently compare themselves to others, leading to feelings of inadequacy.Embracing authenticity is crucial for self-acceptance.The maiden, mother, and crone archetypes represent different stages of womanhood.Women should feel empowered to be inconvenient and true to themselves.titlesThe Weight of Womanhood: Guilt and ShameNavigating the Contradictions of Being a WomanSound Bites"People are really, really messy.""Women should be inconvenient.""There is hope for us all."Chapters00:00Exploring Guilt and Shame in Womanhood05:17The Pressure to Please13:30Comparisons Among Women18:30The Crone Archetype and Inconvenience