Learning Example 2

Learning Example 2

Q1: Messages about femininity being lesser

In school, boys who chose home ec were mocked. I chose shop — not because I wanted to, but because I didn't want to be seen as feminine. I loved cooking and had no interest in woodworking. I gave up something I genuinely loved because of what it would mean about me.

Q2: What was it like to reflect on this?

It makes me sad that I was already doing image management at 13. I think about the children in my life and I want them to feel freer than I did.