The Daily Stoic Molly Jong-Fast on Generational Trauma and Cancel Culture
Aug 3, 2022
Molly Jong-Fast, a contributing writer at The Atlantic and host of The New Abnormal, dives into the depths of generational trauma and its implications on parenting. She discusses how cancel culture shapes societal dynamics and the moral panic surrounding it. The conversation weaves through the emotional challenges of motherhood, creativity under pressure, and the complexities of fostering hope in children during crises. Molly emphasizes navigating these turbulent times with acceptance, personal responsibility, and the potential for positive change.
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Generational Trauma
- The pandemic has caused generational trauma because it forced a moral calculus on the value of human life.
- This could potentially lead to nihilism and cynicism in younger generations.
Balancing Act
- Earlier generations of creative women felt they couldn’t have both children and a fulfilling career.
- Modern women face pressure to have it all: children, career, and personal fulfillment.
Anxieties of Success
- Early success can create its own anxieties about maintaining or exceeding that level of achievement.
- This can impact family life, as it creates a sense of competing for finite resources.
