20 Women Reveal Things They Do Everyday, But People Don’t Realize It Takes Courage

Outdated gender norms are still present....

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• December 12, 2021

It's still hard for them to do things that men do without thinking. And it's not just an evening walk through the park or going to a car in an empty parking lot.

Women face different challenges every single day, and they overcome them even though it is very hard to do. But they don't get any credit for it because most people believe it is not a big deal.

Well, when we say most people, we mean men. A Reddit user going by the name u/UnwantedJason asked: "What do women do that people don't realize it takes a lot of courage?"

Unfortunately, the answers that started coming in showed that some old fears are still present. It's rather disappointing because women in the 21st century shouldn't be afraid to speak their minds, do any job they want, or be judged if they don't want family or children.

Modern society is based on equal rights for all, and denying women some fundamental rights is out of the question. Or, at least, that's what we thought...

We have selected 20 of the most interesting replies that women have sent, and we hope you will find them interesting.

Someone asked a question:

1. Saying no can be dangerous sometimes

2. Some families raise their little girls to be submissive

3. You never know when words like crazy and emotional will be thrown into play

Yeah, men tend to do that...

4. Yes, it is a sensitive subject. And because it is sensitive, people shouldn't ask why you don't want to have kids. It is none of their business.

5. Many young women don't want kids

6. It’s a terrible experience that women are forced to relive in the police station and court.

7. An empty parking lot is one of the most frightening things in the world.

8. So many things...

9. Learn to trust again...

10. Sexism and sexual harassment are still very much present

11. It’s a fight to survive

12. Traveling alone can be scary

13. Choosing education and career over "settling down with a man."

14. Comic relief

15. And you don't want to be viewed as uptight...

16. Why don't you want to be a bride, all dressed in white?

17. Being honest is difficult for both sexes.

18. Breaking up with a man

19. Sport with men

20. Even wearing a bikini can be hard

Being a woman is not easy, right? Both sexes have their demons and fears, society judgment, and prejudice. But a lot more is expected from women than men.

They have to work, give birth, raise kids, keep the family together…. While men should just "bring home the bacon."

It's no wonder that women are under pressure. Gender norms are outdated and don't have a place in our society. Everyone should be able to choose how they want to live without being judged by everyone.

But, of course, it's easier said than done. That's why we all need to put some effort into making it happen.

Damjan