Nothing wrong with girly fantasies, but it is the larger cultural poison of entitlement, “everybody gets a trophy” precious snowflake stuff that makes the princess mindset toxic.
When I was growing up I had British books from the turn of the century, and Kipling, and CS Lewis’ Narnia, that stressed that being a leader or being royal meant to use your power to serve your country, kingdom, or army. Being served was ONLY so you could concentrate on wielding your power and intellect to serve and lead. If parents were smart enough to introduce that ethic into their daughters’ princess meme, they would raise some amazing young ladies.
“When I was growing up I had British books from the turn of the century, and Kipling, and CS Lewis’ Narnia, that stressed that being a leader or being royal meant to use your power to serve your country, kingdom, or army. “
There are a large number of books from that period of time which should be reprinted. My favorite is “How to be a Man” (1905?).
If I were King, it would be required reading for young men.
Now that is a very good thought, and one we need to remember. I will email it to my daughter, who is busy conquering the multiverse this afternoon.