At 04:39 PM 8/2/2006, Juliann t. Moskowitz wrote:
> However,what bothers me most about peoples' criticism of one's
> personality is, do they ever say these things to men? Are men
> supposed to be bubbly? Are men supposed to smile all the time. I
> really feel on some level these comments are sexist.
I'll turn this around a bit, if I may. I vividly remember an
interview lo, these many years ago, when I was told I wasn't
"suitable" for the job (school librarian) because............(wait
for it)......... "Men aren't supposed to be librarians. Women are
librarians. <pause> Is there something we should know about
you?" I walked out of that particular interview. Stereotypes cut
both ways. Someone earlier said that fizz and bubbles don't last
long. Very true, and I think 'playing a role' all the time against
your nature isn't in your, or your employer's, best
interests. Obviously, if you are extremely dour or hostile, you
aren't going to be successful as a school librarian. But after a
while, 'bubbly' can get really old. And kids are very adept at
picking up on the false heartiness of adults.
Just my 57 cents worth.
Mark Williams
Consulting Librarian
Professional Services for Conferences, Districts, Workshops
markwilliams@makaw.net
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