Overview

• The veteran actress says her generation’s pursuit of a self-determined women’s image has been reversed by today’s emphasis on superficial perfection.
• She warns against a growing trend of canceling individuals who deviate from prescribed beauty and behavior norms.
• Berben urges young women to focus on developing their intellect rather than simply enhancing their physical appearance.
• She criticizes compliments like “For your age, you look good” as rooted in structural bias that limits women’s visibility to youth.
• Berben expresses astonishment that many women voted for President Donald Trump despite his controversial agenda and behavior.