Angie answers “This book is disgusting to me. I do not...”

Patricia Barry asked this question about Educated:

This book is disgusting to me. I do not understand why an educated and worldly individual would have difficulty understanding the horrible and violent upbringing that she experienced. It is unbelievable to me that she could not understand the violent situation, yet uneducated upbringing she endured. I have completely misunderstood her manner of education in a life in our country, in this country, how is this possible?

Angie When you have been brainwashed from birth to believe a certain reality, it is natural to not trust your own thoughts and feelings that are contrary to…moreWhen you have been brainwashed from birth to believe a certain reality, it is natural to not trust your own thoughts and feelings that are contrary to that reality. The journey of leaving that belief system is fraught with self-doubt, no matter how educated you are.(less)

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