Quote by Doris Lessing

There's an unconscious bias in our society: girls are wonderful boys are terrible. And to be a boy, or young man, growing up, having to listen to all this, it must be painful.

There's an unconscious bias in our society: girls are wonder

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This quote highlights the presence of an underlying prejudice in our society, which glorifies girls and criticizes boys. It acknowledges the challenges faced by boys and young men, who often have to endure the constant negative messaging about their gender. The quote suggests that hearing such biased views can be emotionally hurtful for boys, who may struggle to navigate their identities in a society that undervalues or scrutinizes their abilities and qualities.

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