Raising Better Boys
Abby shares a powerful observation about the stark differences in how products for boys and girls are marketed, highlighting the inherent messages about masculinity and femininity. She reflects on her own experiences with toxic femininity and recognizes the need to encourage vulnerability and a broader emotional range in boys, just as she empowers her daughters to embrace their full selves. This conversation challenges societal norms and emphasizes the importance of nurturing emotional intelligence in all children.In this clip
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