We Women are Not Feminists... and That is also a Problem

The problem I feel with feminism is that it is more spoken about but less understood. When I say we do not understand this is because of the fact that patriarchal thoughts beliefs and lifestyle are deeply ingrained in our culture, thoughts and probably beliefs. It is so deep that although we know what feminism is we do not realise that we inadvertently are patriarchal in our minds. Of course, this does not hold true for everyone. Like they say - wise is the one who knows when to make an exception. The irony is that women are more patriarchal than men. They are also the carriers.

At one stage maybe she did not know any better than to accept and agree but when she had a son and a daughter - she had to make the choice again. I am not saying it's right or wrong. All I am saying that it is a choice we are making.

There are two kinds people. One who accepts and embody their conditioning - bad or good and ensure that they pass it on. The other category is the one who understands what works and does not and will ensure that the unfair things that happened to him/her will not happen to others.

There is nothing right or wrong in this, as in the end, we all take actions that enable us to survive better.

Feminism arose because there was a problem with being effeminate. It is looked down upon in women and even in men. Feminism because everyone one has equal rights. No contest. Whether you believe it, understand it, or accept it or not. Feminism because it is something we all have.