Comment on Are there any women here who felt they didn't deserve to be called women?
BlueEther@no.lastname.nz 5 days ago
I don’t feel like a woman, but then I’m a 50 y/o straight white guy from New Zealand. I don’t fit the stereotypical NZ 50 y/o male either, that is: I’m not a big rugby or cricket fan, Don’t (haven’t) owned a v8, etc.
Learn to live the best you, for you.
TranquilTurbulence@lemmy.zip 5 days ago
I think gender stereotypes don’t serve us well. They set unrealistic expectations, which results in anxiety and sadness if you don’t meet them.
Men and women have so much in common, even though specific attributes are commonly attributed to one gender. For example, being gentle or rugged are human traits, and they aren’t exclusive to just one gender. Sure, men tend to be more rugged, but men also have a gentle side. Being gentle isn’t feminine IMO. It’s very human to be sensitive or emotional at times.
Stereotypes may give you an idea of general tendencies of behaviour, but they aren’t exclusive. Even though most women usually aren’t rugged or tough, it doesn’t mean women can’t have those qualities. They absolutely do. Culture is making people hide the human traits that don’t fit a specific stereotype.