Yes boys and girls. Feminism.
I know right? "what's the big deal?" you might ask.
EVERTHING, is the answer.
Let's talk about the fact that that word wasn't even recognized until the star Beyoncé included it in a song of hers. Or the fact that most people who have finally noticed Feminism, they noticed it as a Popular Trend.
That's all it meant. Just a trend to copy and follow and claim as our own, without having the first idea on what it actually means. People added 'Feminist' in each of their accounts' bios, but when an issue related to this "Trend" is mentioned, they turn into agressive, retarded assholes. Yeah, um sir? That kind of contradicts your tweets and instagram photos about how much of a true warrior you are for Feminism.
But let's ignore the small generation for a while on the grounds of :
- They're caught up in the stream of social media and therefore of mimicry
- We expect them to, because they're just kids.
"Mom, why do I have to make his bed for him?"
"Because he's a guy, honey. Guys don't make beds."
Fine.
"Mom, my friend Amanda has a boyfriend. Can I date, too?"
"No you can't. And your friend is a disgrace to her family."
Oh. Okay.
"Mom, my brother did something bad and didn't get punished for it. But when I do something wrong, I get grounded. Why?"
"Because he's a guy."
Well...
"Mom! My brother killed someone!"
"That's alright. He's a guy. He can do that."
I am very certain that this is where it'll end up. No joke.
Because what better excuse for being a jerk who treats women like they're trash, than having a penise.
Here's the thing. Girls are not seen as human beings. Nope. They are seen as bodies. Asking to be objectified. Inside male circles, she's referred to as "that", "it", "those". Girls are afraid to walk past a groupe of guys because they know damn well they are going to get cat-called, flirted with, whistles are going to follow after them... One of them might even have the guts to touch her. That's no longer flirting, it's abuse and bullying.
So far, this is pretty disgusting right? I wish it stopped here.
There is no secret that females are more sensitive. They are delicate and let's face it ladies, we can be fragile sometimes. We have insecurities, but some lucky few of us can handle them. So if a girl wants to look good, she wants to boost her self-esteem by wearing nice clothing and putting make-up on, apparently that's now an open invitation for sexual flirtation and disrespect. Wow I am so proud of this generation.
Actually no, this doesn't go out to only our generation. Adults too like I mentioned before.
When an unfortunate girl is raped and she wants to demand justice, what happens?
She is crucified. By everyone. "Why did you go to that place... why were you dressed like that... you should've been careful... you should've stayed home... this is your fault and responsibility... "
Can someone find a proper explanation as to why this is okay? Why this is allowed?
Do you go to a graveyard, look at the tombstone of someone and say, "It's your fault you're dead."
If you do... honestly, get help.
Not only does the Judiciary fail her, but so does the medical system. Because, if a drunk person gets into his/her car and drives then hits a tree, then "it's no problem. We can fix that broken knee." And if someone falls from a tree they say "Don't worry, we can stitch that up you'll be as good as new!"
But god forbid a female makes a mistake, and she wants an abortion when she's pregnant out of wedlock. Oh no, someone must alert the church elders!
She's ignored and hit with the classic, "No! You got yourself into this mess. Take responsibility"
I could honestly go on and on and ON.
But let's be clear on one thing. Feminism includes EVERYBODY.
Men are deeply involved, as well. And for the same reason that women are looked down on, too. Men when seen with attractive women, everybody's like "She's with him because he's rich... he can't get a girl like that... she's using him..." Their body is judged too. I mean excuse them for not living up to your instagram greek gods with abs and whatever. He is still a human being. With feelings, believe it or not. But oh wait you won't believe it because according to you, men shouldn't show emotion, because they're men. They should always look tough, act tough. Be manly. Play "manly" sports. A little boy likes balet? No no no. Here's a ball. Go play soccer. Be a man!
Being a man apparetly means you must be into dark colors and if you prefer pink for example, you'll probably get beaten up in the school yard. It apparently means that you should force your flirtatious behavior on someone even though they've expressed that they're not interested. It also means to smack your wife if and when she talks back to you, otherwise how will she know who's the boss, the man of the house?
Honestly people... grow up.
No seriously, get some years.. like mind-training-years.
Sorry,
Girls can play soccer, and lift weights, and drive motorcycles twice as big as them like the bosses they are. Boys can cry at dramatic movies and wear pink clothing and play balet. No shame.
"You hit like a girl" is not an insult.
"Having balls" shouldn't refer to having courage.
When this specific topic is mentioned, some rightious person would probably say something like "Yeah but women can vote now. They can work at so many high domains.What more do they want?"
And while that's true, it doesn't change the fact that society doesn't see that as a legitimate change. That chief-editor walking out of her car will be stared at like she's a whore for wearing that particular skirt. That business woman will get labeled as the office prostitute because all her co-workers don't believe she made it to her position without sleeping with someone from headquarters.
So yes, maybe we've achieved things that we couldn't before and maybe now we have actual rights. But let's face the reality here... nothing's really changed.
You can pretend it did if it helps you sleep at night in utter denial. But no matter how many conferences speak about this, no matter how many protests and meetings happen to make a change, the old-school ways will always intervine thanks to people who are... let's save that for another post.
Those rights remain on paper. The judge might get you a fair virdict, but he'll still look down on you as if you're the criminal. Your mom might allow you to go out but she'll still give you a curfew, and not your brother. She'll fill his plate more than yours. She'll let him style his hair however he pleases but you're not allowed to make a change to yours unless she chooses it.
We pretend it's all good. That we're all equal and just. But we're not. The little details are still there, and they are truly disappointing yet still sting with the same agony.
Equality should run in our blood. If that happens, can you imagine how safe and comfortable we will feel?
Please try to open your minds that are crammed with expired mentalities that you've inherited without comprehending. Let that happen. Look away from the boy who's bawling because Jack dies and Rose stays on the floating door.
Leave the boy who likes Disney stories and movies alone. He's just passionate about something. Why don't you start looking for your passion, instead of walking over to him and making fun of his Princess Elsa Shirt?
You're not an animal so control your urgencies when you see an attractive person walk by, and instead, offer them a polite compliment. You might earn yourself a date rather than a lawsuit.
It includes and involves everybody. Feminism isn't a label and it sure as hell isn't a trend to make yourself cooler. It's something we must understand properly and spread. Like what the #WomensMarch that happened a couple of days ago. That was very brave and inspiring. I hope it goes more viral, provokes true change, and more people jon it.
I rest my case.
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