I’ve thought about writing this post for weeks, but I hesitated because I thought it would come off controversial.
Then I asked myself, “Why?”
Why is it controversial to embrace my femininity?
Why is it controversial to embrace my gender?
It’s not.
Even though the year is 2017 we still live in a world full of misogyny, gender roles, and inequality.
So many people think that those who claim to be “feminists” think that women are above men; that is far from the truth.
As a woman, I don’t think I’m better than a man – I just think that I’m equal to a man.
I think that I should get payed the same thing as a man per hour for the same amount of work.
I think that if I want to become a preacher, contractor, farmer, or any other occupation that’s generally a “man’s job,” I should be able to do just that.
I think that if I want to wear an outfit that shows even the slightest little bit of skin, I should have to worry about being cat-called or sexually harassed.
Just like the saying goes, there’s no freedom until we’re equal.
ALL of us. Not just women, but every class, ethnicity, sexuality, and so on, of people can be treated and respected the same.
I know so many people don’t approve of how this generation makes their voice heard. They say we’re just kids and we don’t have enough life experience to fully grasp what’s going on. To an extent, I think they may be right. But, we see the future that is ours and we want to be given our best chance.
As a young woman, I will never cower when someone tells me “I’m just a girl.” I will stand tall, and proudly embrace who God made me to be. I will say, “Yes, I am just a girl. And that is and always will be more than enough.”
Question time:
Do you consider yourself a feminist? Why/why not?
I am with you 100% Edye! We are equal before God and I’m so glad you recognize that. Good for you for saying how you feel. Thanks for sharing your strong feelings. We need this right now with all that is going on. I feel proud to be a women in this day and age.
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
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Thank you so much for your sweet comment, Kathrine! I too feel proud to be a woman in the year 2017. We’re making our voices heard now more than ever. ❤
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I’m totally a feminist, 100%. Equality for all, man!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
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I couldn’t agree more, Ash! ❤
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Awesome my friend, thank you so much for writing this and sharing openly. I tweeted this out for ya. Stay cool. ❤
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Thank you so much, Brandie! I greatly appreciate your commenting and sharing of the post. Have a marvelous week ❤
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Hm. I don’t think I’m a feminist. Of course I support equal rights and equal wages, but I’m not really into reclaiming expressions, Butler’s theories, strange vagina artworks or that men can’t demonstrate for women’s rights (not saying that all feminists are, but that’s what I associate with the word “feminist” and I don’t want others to think of me in that way).
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Hi Ylva! Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. I totally agree that not all feminists are one way. We’re all very different; just like a box of crayons. As for me, I love seeing men and woman walking together towards the path of equality. Wishing you a splendid week!
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I am a total feminist. I totally believe in that we are made equal in what we are capable of and any limitations we have presented infront of us is of our own doing.
S
Grey Canvas
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AMEN, Sophie! I couldn’t agree more! A lot of times the limitations we experience in life are ones we’ve created ourselves.
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I love this! I do consider myself as a feminist and stand up for equality. Sadly, this is still a problem in our society and I hope that in the future it will change.
Reine | Sincerely Reine
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Thank you, Reine! Yes, unfortunately, there’s still so much inequality in the world. Hopefully we’ll be the generation to change it ❤
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Wonderful and perfect! I follow you blog, please follow me too. http://alamodenatine.blogspot.com
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Thank you, Настя! I cannot guarantee a follow, but I’ll totally check out your blog. =)
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There is still a lot of inequality in the world, you are right, but I think things are improving for us. Things are definietly a lot better than they were fifty years ago, and I am hoping that they keep on getting better. 🙂 Thanks for sharing! xoxo
Kay
http://shoesandglitter.com
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I couldn’t agree more, Kay! There’s still a lot of progress to be made; but let’s not let all the progress that’s already been made be shadowed by all the work left to be done.
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Very inspiring post!!
xx
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
NEW POST: WHY I STARTED A FASHION BLOG & SUNSET IN PARIS…
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Thanks so much, Mónica! xx
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LOVE this! #girlpower
Yes, me must raise and stand tall because we’re not just girls indeed! We are so much more than that! Great post!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
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Amen! Girls are worth so much more than we’re given credit for ❤
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This is a very lovely, and inspiring post. I love your logic and what you put together is perfect 🙂 http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2017/01/lingerie-with-benifits.html
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Thank you so much, Heather! You’re so kind ❤
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I definitely consider myself a feminist and you shouldn’t have been worried about publishing this post, it’s such an important topic to talk about! I’m all about equality and I think it’s a shame that some feminists think women are better than men because I think some people are scared of calling themselves feminists for fear that people will think they think they’re better than men – hope that makes sense!
Amy xx
http://www.callmeamy.co.uk
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My feelings exactly, Amy! Feminists are incorrectly defined so much; I hope that this post helps break the presumptions some people have. Have a splendid night xx
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Love this post SO much!
Xx
Molly
http://www.trendychickadee.com
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Love this and with ya 100%! Thank you for speaking your mind on this!
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Thank you so much, Elle! Hope you have a great weekend!
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Great post 🙂
LA VEINE
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Thanks, Marta 🙂
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LOVED THIS READ U GO GIRL
Aania
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Thank you so much, Aania! I’m so glad you stopped by ❤
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It is tiring hearing people call feminists as someone nagging like they are on their period. Makes me so mad! Love the post!
Dora http://www.BangsBang.com
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I couldn’t have said it better myself, Dora! Thanks for stopping by ❤
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I believe that men and women are equal (or should be treated as such. I know in reality that doesn’t happen all over the world, but I like to think that in the US we are getting better. I wouldn’t call myself a feminist as that sometimes draws a negative connotation, but I am a woman so hear me roar! (plus my husband says I’m very bossy!)
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I love your stance on the topic! Us females are meant to roar as loud as a lion(ess) 😉
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Great post. I think all women should be feminists. I think there’s a certain negative stigma that goes along with the word – but if you’re for equal right then that’s what you are!
Annessa
http://www.seekingsunshine.com
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Thanks, Annessa! I couldn’t agree more! Feminists have such varying definitions when I think in the end we all want the same thing – equality. Happy Friday ❤
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Nice article
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Thank you!!! So glad you stopped by!
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