Inside Marcy's Mind

Why “Act Your Age” Is A Trap And How To Ignore It


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We explore what it means to age without asking permission, from the sting of a sarcastic “good for you” to the freedom of choosing joy without apology. We challenge “act your age,” unpack why women are trained to be small, and offer a calm practice to claim space.

• the hidden ways we still ask permission 
• “act your age” as a limiting script 
• choosing joy without explaining or shrinking 
• why women face extra pressure to be accommodating 
• how stopping approval-seeking builds real confidence 
• a breathing pause to interrupt overexplaining 
• a weekly invitation to one small rebellious act 
• tease for next week on control

Do one small, slightly rebellious thing this week, just for you


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