I’m sorry if this strays from topic, but I’ve noticed that the only type of traditional femininity promoted in the media and even our daily lives is the very plastic, hot pink version of girl power and “I don’t need no man, I can kick tail in heels” mindset.
Feminine traits that don’t fit into that box are kicked so far down and spat on by so many. Things like gentleness, agreeableness, kindness, warmth, and tenderness seem to be totally forgotten. Even being a housewife is frowned upon by a lot of culture and people in daily life. Traditionally feminine flaws like being a bit emotional or weak are seemingly only acceptable when men do it because it’s the progressive thing to do. If I show that weakness, it’s instantly “you’re lazy, you’re stupid, you don’t need no man”. It’s frustrating. I don’t want to be the hot pink man with a pretty dress on.
How do you deal with that kind of shaming/message that’s seemingly constantly shoved down everyone’s throat?
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