Bravely Breaking Social Norms with Molly Kemp

Published: April 13, 2020, 9 a.m.

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Standing up for your personal beliefs can be challenging, especially if they don\\u2019t coincide with societal norms.

That\\u2019s the story of today\\u2019s guest, Molly Kemp. Molly is an improv performer, instructor and coach, where she encourages people to take off the masks they wear in their lives so they can live with more vulnerability and authenticity.

Additionally, she and her husband have chosen to follow gender-open parenting methods for the child they are expecting in June. We will discuss what it\\u2019s like to make a choice that doesn\\u2019t conform to societal beliefs and what that has been like for her.

RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW

Additional Resources from Molly

  • Zoomprov Breaks with Unscripted Improv - 20 minute improv sessions, no experience necessary, come and laugh!
  • Gnu Tales Facebook Page: This is an improvised children\\u2019s fairy tale Molly produces at Third Coast. Their facebook page has been putting out content and ideas for keeping kids busy during social distancing.
  • Imaginarium: A community that is imagining a better world and intentionally making it so. They gather to learn and discuss a variety of topics concerning social justice and personal wellness, emphasizing our inherent connectedness, responsibility, and magic as human beings. Currently meeting on Zoom every Sunday afternoon at 3:30pm.
  • An article about how to be supportive of gender open parenting
  • An article on gender neutral parenting and things that everyone can apply

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