Listening with Franklin Livingston: DG II

DG grew up being told to sit still, stay quiet, and never speak out of turn. Even showing her knees felt like rebellion. In this deeply personal conversation, DG opens up about a childhood shaped by strict rules and silent expectations—where being “good” meant shrinking yourself to make others comfortable. As an immigrant woman, that silence followed her into adulthood: into workplaces, into friendships, into a life where pleasing others was a survival instinct. This isn’t just her story—it’s the story of so many who’ve been taught to hide their voice, ignore their needs, and call it respect. You don’t just hear this one—you feel it.