Achieve Quote by Lisa Joy
“The most damaging part of pervasive bias, whether it's implicit or complicit because sometimes it can be well-intentioned, is when that bias gets internalized and women start self-centering and stop thinking that they're incapable of achieving what they want and achieve empowerment.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on gender equity, 2021
Bias, even when well‑meaning, can become internalized, causing women to doubt their abilities.
In simple terms: Bias can make women doubt themselves.
Key Takeaway
Challenge internalized bias.
Themes
gender equity
bias
self‑doubt
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- workplace meetings
- career planning
- education settings
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can counteract internalized bias?
- How can allies support empowerment?
A Different Perspective
Bias is not the only factor; structural barriers also matter.
