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Male egos require constant stroking. Every task is an achievement, every success epic. That is why women cook, but men are chefs: we make cheese on toast, they produce .

Male egos require constant stroking. Every task is an achiev

Summary

This quote suggests that male egos typically need continuous validation and affirmation. It implies that men tend to perceive even simple tasks as significant accomplishments, projecting a superior image of themselves. The quote further illustrates this by using the example of cooking to portray men as esteemed chefs while portraying women as merely performing basic tasks like making cheese on toast. Overall, the quote highlights the notion that male egos often seek grandiose recognition and superior status in various areas of life.

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