feminism
At its core, feminism is the simple conviction that women are equal to men in every regard, and should be treated as such.
Ladylike? I Think Not.
From the second Eve ate that damn apple from the tree, women have been in for a bumpy ride. If you're reading this and you consider yourself to be a man, let me just tell you now that you have no idea what it's like to be a woman. You might hear the horrific stories of us being stalked, raped, kidnapped, sexually harassed, traded across the world for money, being in immense pain before giving birth, being paid less than our male employees and you may deeply sympathize, but you have no idea what it's like.
Emotional Self Care and the Mentally Strong Woman
"Your emotions don't make you weak. They are the strongest part of you." That is some of the best advice I have ever gotten.
Leah HarrisPublished 3 years ago in VivaYour Period is a Curse
History is not kind to women. Eve and the Fall of Man. Jealous, vengeful goddesses. Evil queens. The most famous of them are beautiful seductresses and thus must "get around"––whether Creatrix, goddess, or queen–– because who else will there be to tell their story but the men they loved, crossed or manipulated. They don't get a voice. They only leave an impression.
Hope AshbyPublished 3 years ago in Viva"Don't you have a wife in there?"
I've had two major identity crisis' in my life. The first was in the months leading up to my wedding. The second, when I fell pregnant.
Jessie WaddellPublished 3 years ago in Viva- Top Story - March 2021
We Need To Redefine The Term 'Ladylike'
How we dress says everything about us. It's the first introduction we give out without actually introducing ourselves; people's first perception of us. I've lost count of the amount of times I've been told I'm "unladylike" because of my oversized, boyish clothing. "Why don't you wear tighter-fitting clothing and show off your body? That's not ladylike."
Jesse BixbyPublished 3 years ago in Viva Not all Men but All Women
TRIGGER WARNING OF SEXUAL ASSAULT: Especially on Tiktok, I have been seeing the news about Sarah Everard and what happened to her. If you don't know, according to the NY times, Sarah Everard was a young woman who was raped and murdered by a police officer in the UK. You can read further about the story here: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/17/world/europe/sarah-everard-uk.html
Bea UsamaniPublished 3 years ago in VivaLana Del Rey and the Belladonna of Sadness
Hearing Lana Del Rey's Born to Die for the first time had awaken something inside me. Her soulful melancholy filled a space in my soul I never knew existed. Her intoxicating voice reminded me of the sirens in Greek mythology. Instead of leading me astray, however, she was calling me home.
The Timeline of my Womanhood
The first time I was accused of not being ladylike, I was 7. The accusation was made by one of my female teachers based on a top I was wearing. It exposed my shoulders and a bit of my back. She said trying to look ‘sexy’ was inappropriate for my age. I had no idea what she meant.
Martyna DearingPublished 3 years ago in Viva‘Let me know when you’re home.’
How many times have you said this or messaged this to your female friends? Or waited with them for their taxi to arrive? How many times have you walked home from somewhere and held you keys in your hand? Taken your earphones out, or pretended to be on the phone to a friend? Walked faster when you’ve heard footsteps behind you? Had the number of emergency services ready for you to dial quickly?
Melanie CharlesPublished 3 years ago in VivaHow long will daughters be persecuted?
[Voice of a girl] Yes! I'm a girl, a sister, a daughter, a wife, a mother and also a grandmother. But, still I'm nothing to this world. I'm a pilot, an astronaut, a teacher, a doctor and I'm everything, still I'm nothing. I give my happiness for my family, leave my family to build a family, still I'm nothing. Who am I? Please...
Zeeshan Mushtaq LonePublished 3 years ago in VivaUnifying The Voices Of Women
Over the years the answer to what it means to be a woman has changed. Before to be a lady or a woman was to be soft spoken and reserved, to mostly be seen and not heard. There were roles and expectations placed that set us as women in a small box that was taped shut by society. We were expected to have and raise children, to marry, take care of households. and overall, to leave the hard stuff to the men.
Blue DymondPublished 3 years ago in VivaBoys will be boys
One of the most notable times I got sexually harassed was when I was in grade four. I took a seat, and four guys in the grade below me sat in front of me.
Stephanie WatsonPublished 3 years ago in Viva