I would tell kids not to be like me, but to try to be better than me. Many talk about fathers or mothers as the first role models, while some note a lack of positive examples in their neighborhoods. When women gain training, they become role models for others.
![“[from an entry by her daughter Camille] American culture doesn't allow much room for slow reflection. I watch the working people who are supposed to be my role models getting pushed to go, go, go and take as little vacation time as possible. And then, often, vacations are full of endless activity…” quote by Barbara Kingsolver](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/897/barbara-kingsolver-200_american-culture_from-an-entry-by-her-daughter-camille-am_910178.png)
