Podcast Episode 292: Lies You’ve Been Told About Being the Good Girl with Elise Loehnen
So, let’s talk about “being the good girl.”
You know, the one who’s always polite, never rocks the boat, and definitely doesn’t indulge in any of those pesky “deadly sins”?
Well, we’re here to tell you that it’s all been a Big, Fat LIE!
First off, did you know the seven deadly sins were practically invented to control the masses?
Yep, especially women! (Insert aggressive eye roll here).
It’s like someone in ancient times looked at the world and thought, “How can we make sure women stay quiet and subservient? Oh, I know, let’s make them feel guilty for just about everything!”
Being a “good girl” was practically a strategy to keep women in check, and envy, pride, and lust weren’t just emotions—they were the original “Thou shalt not” commandments for women.
In this podcast episode, we dig deep with our guest Elise Loehnen. She’s the author of the New York Times Bestseller, On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good.
So grab your tea (or wine, no judgment here) because we’re diving into the twisted history of the seven deadly sins and how they’ve been used to keep women like you and me in check as “good girls.”
In this episode of the No Guilt Mom podcast you’ll learn:
- Mary Magdalene, notorious as a penitent prostitute, was actually one of Jesus’ most dedicated followers—talk about a misunderstood heroine!
- How historical and biblical interpretations have shifted, especially concerning women’s roles in early Christianity and the biases that have colored these tales.
- The true meaning of envy – it’s not just about wanting what others have; it’s about understanding your own aspirations.
- How societal views on women’s pride and achievements can be harsh and unforgiving, highlighting the need for a kinder, more supportive cultural narrative.
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