There are relatively few role models for young people. We are in a society that is ruled by men.
Even if there are a lot women in films there are few who are lesbians that...
The whole system of society tells you what to do.
I've worked so hard to eliminate the inner geek from my life. I suddenly realize I have no patience for those people who still have their geeks showing. Now I see why being 'normal' has been so important to me.