I grew up with a mom who is a feminist. I was taught that gender equality is extremely important and that culture, not biology sets limits on women's capabilities. My mother always told me to be financially self-sufficient. I never remember her telling me to get married and have kids. She wanted me to use my mind and have a positive influence on the world. Ironically, when I was studying sociology as an undergrad, I became far more interested in socioeconomic status and how that influences individual freedom and choices. Of course, socioeconomic status and gender are inextricably intertwined. Later on, in my studies the impact of gender roles and cultural stereotypes returned as central players in many of the psychological and sociocultural issues I was examining. There is no doubt that inequality and antiquated gender stereotypes are still hanging on, far more than I would have expected in 2015. Sure a lot has changed - women have now entered what were once tr
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