Barbie Mindset

The unrealistic mindset that comes with overestimating one’s own abilities; often due to everyone always telling them they’re perfect

Mac: “Hey Sarah, what career do you want to pursue after you graduate?”

Sarah: “I want to be a doctor, lawyer, oncologist, dentist, garbage picker, AND a famous rugby player.”

Mac: “That’s impractical and unattainable.”

Sarah: “Everyone says I’m the only one perfect enough to make it work.”

Mac: “You’ve got a Barbie Mindset.”