Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn? Or Someone Else? Mad Men-era Female Icon Quiz

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