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Your result for Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn? Or Someone Else? Mad Men-era Female Icon Quiz... You Are a Jackie! You are a Jackie. "I do everything the right way." Jackies are realistic, conscientious, and principled. They strive to live up to their high ideals. How to Get Along with Me  * Take your share of the responsibility so I don't end up with all the work.  * Acknowledge my achievements.  * I'm hard on myself. Reassure me that I'm fine the way I am.  * Tell me that you value my advice.  * Be fair and considerate, as I am.  * Apologize if you have been unthoughtful. It will help me to forgive.  * Gently encourage me to lighten up and to laugh at myself when I get uptight, but hear my worries first. What I Like About Being a Jackie * Being self-disciplined and able to accomplish a great deal  * Working hard to make the world a better place  * Having high standards and ethics; not compromising myself  * Being reasonable, responsible, and dedicated in everything I do  * Being able to put facts together, coming to good understandings, and figuring out wise solutions  * Being the best I can be and bringing out the best in other people What's Hard About Being a Jackie  * Being disappointed with myself or others when my expectations are not met  * Feeling burdened by too much responsibility  * Thinking that what I do is never good enough  * Not being appreciated for what I do for people  * Being upset because others aren't trying as hard as I am  * Obsessing about what I did or what I should do  * Being tense, anxious, and taking things too seriously Jackies as Children Often  * Criticize themselves in anticipation of criticism from others  * Refrain from doing things that they think might not come out perfect  * Focus on living up to the expectations of their parents and teachers  * Are very responsible; may assume the role of parent  * Hold back negative emotions ("good children aren't angry") Jackies as Parents  * Teach their children responsibility and strong moral values  * Are consistent and fair  * Discipline firmly Take Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn? Or Someone Else? Mad Men-era Female Icon Quiz at HelloQuizzy

Your result for Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn? Or Someone Else? Mad Men-era Female Icon Quiz... You Are a Bette! You are a Bette -- "I must be strong" Bettes are direct, self-reliant, self-confident, and protective. How to Get Along with Me * Stand up for yourself... and me. * Be confident, strong, and direct. * Don't gossip about me or betray my trust. * Be vulnerable and share your feelings. See and acknowledge my tender, vulnerable side. * Give me space to be alone. * Acknowledge the contributions I make, but don't flatter me. * I often speak in an assertive way. Don't automatically assume it's a personal attack. * When I scream, curse, and stomp around, try to remember that's just the way I am. What I Like About Being a Bette * being independent and self-reliant * being able to take charge and meet challenges head on * being courageous, straightforward, and honest * getting all the enjoyment I can out of life * supporting, empowering, and protecting those close to me * upholding just causes What's Hard About Being a Bette * overwhelming people with my bluntness; scaring them away when I don't intend to * being restless and impatient with others' incompetence * sticking my neck out for people and receiving no appreciation for it * never forgetting injuries or injustices * putting too much pressure on myself * getting high blood pressure when people don't obey the rules or when things don't go right     Bettes as Children Often * are independent; have an inner strength and a fighting spirit * are sometimes loners * seize control so they won't be controlled * figure out others' weaknesses * attack verbally or physically when provoked * take charge in the family because they perceive themselves as the strongest, or grow up in difficult or abusive surroundings   Bettes as Parents * are often loyal, caring, involved, and devoted * are sometimes overprotective * can be demanding, controlling, and rigid