[Music] When I was little, I grew up with Barbie and Disney movies. I always asked my parents to play those movies for me whenever I had a chance to. And I'm sure every little girl in here does the same, too.I always find fictional characters very role modelike and very inspirational. In Barbie for example, they always encourage us young girls to dream beyond limitation and also pursue our passion. This Barbie also has its famous lines that says you can be anything.Diversity also plays a huge role in Barbie ...

First Impressions & Stereotypes - First impressions are formed rapidly, potentially in as little as 0.1 seconds, and can lead to assumptions [3] - Stereotypes are harmful assumptions based on a single characteristic, fueled by "isms" like racism, sexism, and classism [6][10] - Stereotypes can negatively impact individuals through stereotype threat, where the fear of confirming a negative stereotype can hinder performance [19] Societal Impact & Change - Stereotypes are prevalent in media, influencing perceptions from a young age [12][14][16] - Combating stereotypes requires empathy, compassion, and recognizing individuals as unique rather than representatives of a group [25] - Younger generations are challenging traditional notions of professionalism and embracing individualism [23][24] The Speaker's Perspective - The speaker's choice of attire (blazer and skirt) is a deliberate statement about professionalism and challenging stereotypes [1][20] - The speaker advocates for speaking out against "isms" and challenging stereotypes [8][9]