Sooo much pooping

[patsylabrador]

This is really following on from Cinnamon's question yesterday when she asked if there are any decent role models around for young girls these days.

I thought immediately about this young woman who I think is wonderful.

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[Willow]

I'd have to add Ellen MacArthur, although at 33 she's outside the age group teenage girls would look to. And as a perfectly pleasant looking woman that doesn't have hair extensions, plastic surgery etc she doesn't make it into the papers often.

[Chucky Mama]

Jessica Ennis for me. World Heptathlon Gold Medalist 2009 http://www.jessicaennis.net/ I think that she is a very credible role model for girls.

[poachedegg]

Having seen the effects of bad parenting in Fostering, the best role model a girl (especially) SHOULD have is her Mum!

 

So I would say my DD has a fab role model!

 

All joking aside, when you see what some children come into Care for and you see that it has gone on in previous generations and the guidance and wisdom is completely missing, the best role model (if obviously done correctly) that a girl NEEDS is her Mum.

[Chucky Mama]

You are so right Poached Egg. I was delighted when DD's class did role models recently. She is 14 and she put her Grandmother and one of her friends put me One of the reasons that she put was that I am not afraid to complain

[poachedegg]

One of the reasons that she put was that I am not afraid to complain

 

AKA 'Gobby'! Sounds just like me! , however I prefer 'Assertive'.

[Chucky Mama]

One of the reasons that she put was that I am not afraid to complain

 

AKA 'Gobby'! Sounds just like me! , however I prefer 'Assertive'.

Yep, assertive sounds much better. I will remember that.

[Looney]

I can't actually think of any famous role models but then I'm rubbish with knowing who's who in the world of stardom so probably not the best person to ask!

 

I do think that role models from the general population are really important though, someone 'normal' to look up to because of personality traits / behaviour / job that is achievable and real and can be seen in real life rather than just reported on a television screen. There is nothing wrong in children having high aspirations but I wish there was a bit more focus on wanting to be kind like Mr X or have the determination to succeed like Mrs X. Dunno, maybe that's just me

[Olly]

No, I agree - it's seeing women as doctors, bank managers, engineers and surveyors as well as in 'traditional' jobs like nursing, catering and teaching that's important, and as you say seeing the personal qualities of someone who's confident, assertive, and kind.

 

Unfortunatelythe press focuses so much on appearance that it's hard to find a suggestion for a role model - for all I know Lily Allen loves her mum and helps old people at weekends, and Lady Gaga teaches adult literacy once a week - it's never going to be reported, though! (Note: I doubt if either of them has time for that sort of thing ).

 

I was going to suggest Rebecca Adlington as a role model - hardworking, dedicated to her sport, but still very down to earth after winning her gold medals.

[Cinnamon]

Sadly,in our media driven age,role models are those in the public eye rather than Mums,Nurses,Teachers & other unsung heroes.

Role models need to be someone that our young girls identify with - someone young like them.

 

My vote goes to Emma Watson,who is gorgeous,talented,modest & smart. OK, so she posed in her pants the other week for a fashion shoot,but she is a lovely girl & if I had a figure like hers I am sure I would be in just my pants almost all of the time

 

I also admire Pink for her anti fur stance & I also love Beth Ditto for being open about her sexuality,size & views (she is also hilarious!)

Ashley Jensen is another I like for her normality.