Gender Stereotypes Hurt Everyone
We all live under the patriarchy, which is a rigid dichotomy of gender roles. Men are expected to be strong and feel unemotional, logical and confident. Women are supposed to be expressive, nurturing, and submissive. The patriarchy is held up not just by men who have the most to gain from the system, but by everyone else too. It is so pervasive. It is the water, and we are the fish swimming in it. The water is toxic, and we are all drowning.
How to Overcome Self-Doubt as an Artist
Helen Mirren said, “Self-doubt is the thing that drives you to improve yourself.” I first read this quote and said to myself, “WTF, Helen!? Self-doubt is the thing that drives you insane!” In my experience, self-doubt is a default mode that I must fight against each day in order to succeed as an artist. I wanted to know why Helen, a creator that I deeply respect, would say such a thing. Upon further investigation, I think I see what she meant.