Ari Shaffir: Passive Aggressive

“Passive Aggressive” is a phrase from one of my routines, and it also serves as a broader critique of the societal expectations I feel compelled to follow. We don’t fit the mold of what we were told we should be, and that’s perfectly fine. The narratives we were given are nonsense. We have the freedom to pursue what brings us joy, regardless of who disapproves. We can judge them just as harshly. Seriously? You’re 24 and already married with two kids? That’s a tough situation.