14For the simple purpose of getting it out in the open, this is my stance on feminism. I fully understand that it's because of feminism that women have the right to vote and hold public office and work in fields that are considered to be more masculine. However, I think that more women are abusing their newfound feminine drive-that is, they're abusing it to the point where it almost becomes obnoxious. They're pushing themselves upward in society by emphasizing male flaws, and they're taking it to an unnecessary extreme. It's actually quite reminiscent of the old sandbox slogan, "girls are better than boys." That sounds a little immature, don't you agree?
Don't misunderstand me; I'm not saying that feminism is immature or wrong. In fact, few women go to that length. Virginia Woolf, a nineteenth century feminist, is somewhat of a role model for me. She didn't hold anti-man rallies or burn her bra, she was a catalyst for something bigger, and she expressed that through writing. Through her books, many were enlightened by her insight and carefully placed anecdotes from early childhood.
Feminism though different ages had greatly influenced and helped shape the roles that women play in society today. I think that some of what fuels it comes from the fierce competition. Women want to be known as more than just housewives, and every responsible man wants to be the alpha male. Women today are much more opinionated and unrestricted, and are just now tapping into their opportunities and using them to they're advantage. That's fabulous. Good for them. However, the one thing that keeps the mind and body engaged in everyday life is the never-ending quest for the bigger and better thing. So let me ask you this:
When feminist do bulldoze their way to equal rights and their fair share, will they know when to stop? Is enough ever enough? If humans are always striving for the next best thing, when will the inferiority and cutthroat competition end? When everyone is equal and satisfied? Then the purpose of living will be gone. Think about it, there will be nothing left to strive for or aspire to, thus ending the excitement of life, and the overall reason for living.
That is precisely why I believe that men mostly do have it easier in society. They'll always be safe and secure in the knowledge that they'll always be on top; somewhere, somehow. They can go on completely oblivious to the struggles and challenges that women face on the surface, and in their consciences.