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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Women in India don't want safe zones' they want to enjoy public spaces as equals | Nilanjana Bhowmick

The experience highlighted a disturbing societal norm where women’s assertiveness is frowned upon, reinforcing the expectation for women to remain polite and accommodating despite intrusive behavior.
Women
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Women
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Women Are Ripping Apart The Societal Expectations Placed On Them, And I'm Clapping But Also Crying

Self-responsibility is crucial for personal growth; women must prioritize their own needs to avoid burnout and enhance self-knowledge.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Writing

'I quit my dream job with the UN after a week - now I'm representing Ireland at the Slam Poetry World Cup'

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Parenting

While living with my grandparents, I stopped trying to follow a timeline for getting married and having kids. It gave me perspective.

Women
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Women Are Ripping Apart The Societal Expectations Placed On Them, And I'm Clapping But Also Crying

Self-responsibility is crucial for personal growth; women must prioritize their own needs to avoid burnout and enhance self-knowledge.
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Writing

'I quit my dream job with the UN after a week - now I'm representing Ireland at the Slam Poetry World Cup'

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Parenting

While living with my grandparents, I stopped trying to follow a timeline for getting married and having kids. It gave me perspective.

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#comedy
Relationships
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Tim Robinson Tests a Toxic Bromance With Paul Rudd In the Caustic Comedy Friendship: Review

Some men unknowingly build emotional prisons, unable to connect due to their egos.
"Friendship" reflects modern male loneliness and self-absorption through comedy.
Relationships
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Tim Robinson Tests a Toxic Bromance With Paul Rudd In the Caustic Comedy Friendship: Review

Some men unknowingly build emotional prisons, unable to connect due to their egos.
"Friendship" reflects modern male loneliness and self-absorption through comedy.
more#comedy
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Misunderstood on Mother's Day

Mother's Day often brings misunderstandings for non-parents, as societal views clash with personal experiences and the evolving nature of individual identity.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The State of Women's Mental Health

Societal demands significantly impact women's mental health.
Women continue to experience workplace inequalities despite progress.
Women's healthcare disparities remain a pressing concern.
Balancing connection and boundaries is crucial for women.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Going to the gym gives me so much more than the physique I want, even if body dysmorphia lingers | Bertin Huynh

Fitness motivations can stem from societal pressures, especially within the gay community, where body image ideals play a significant role.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Beauty of Being Average

The pursuit of exceptionalism often leads to anxiety and discontent.
Finding peace and purpose in an average life can be liberating.
Social media creates unrealistic standards that impact our well-being.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The State of Women's Mental Health

Societal demands significantly impact women's mental health.
Women continue to experience workplace inequalities despite progress.
Women's healthcare disparities remain a pressing concern.
Balancing connection and boundaries is crucial for women.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Going to the gym gives me so much more than the physique I want, even if body dysmorphia lingers | Bertin Huynh

Fitness motivations can stem from societal pressures, especially within the gay community, where body image ideals play a significant role.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Beauty of Being Average

The pursuit of exceptionalism often leads to anxiety and discontent.
Finding peace and purpose in an average life can be liberating.
Social media creates unrealistic standards that impact our well-being.
more#mental-health
#motherhood
Podcast
fromDigiday
3 months ago

Episode 4 Mom's at Work: Ticker Tape Minds - How moms make it all work and why we need to talk about it

Working moms face significant pressures from both work and family, often without adequate support.
Podcast
fromDigiday
3 months ago

Episode 4 Mom's at Work: Ticker Tape Minds - How moms make it all work and why we need to talk about it

Working moms face significant pressures from both work and family, often without adequate support.
more#motherhood
fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide
3 months ago

Review: 'Holland' is no Dutch treat despite Nicole Kidman's valiant attempt to save it

Nancy, the perfect housewife, struggles with her identity in an artificial marriage, resulting in an uncovering of her authentic self while navigating societal expectations.
Canada news
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

28 Things Women And Girls Were Told Not To Do Because They're Not "Ladylike"

Women and girls are still facing outdated gender norms regarding activities and roles, highlighting the need for societal change.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

If babies are ruining your friendships, the problem is probably you

"Do you ever think about wanting any of that?" I felt her tone shift, prompting self-reflection amidst contrasting life choices, highlighting the divergence in our realities.
Food & drink
Higher education
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

17 Social Norms People Quietly Wish Would Disappear

Post-secondary education shouldn't be viewed as a universal necessity for all careers.
Degrees often serve more as entry tokens than true indicators of preparedness.
Digital life
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Being Yourself' Has Become Just Another Performance

Marilyn Monroe's life illustrates the struggle of balancing societal expectations with personal identity.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

Min Jin Lee's Indelible Twentieth-Century Women

The article explores novels about women navigating ambition and identity against familial and societal expectations.
Relationships
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Ask a money coach: 'My partner earns a lot less than me but I don't want to pay more towards our shared bills'

Income disparities in relationships can lead to discomfort about financial responsibilities.
fromtime.com
8 months ago

13 Things to Say When Someone Asks Why You Haven't Had a Baby Yet

"Once two people get married, those in their orbit tend to become overly inquisitive: When am I going to get some good news?"
Wellness
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