Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Men VS Women
Why are there so many differences between men and women? I think that we need both qualities from each gender to be a strong man or woman. In order for women to get their communication and understanding to men, they develop women's movements to be heard. This, to me, is the best way to engage more women and allow men to look outside the box and support women on different aspects. I know someone who was physically beaten by a guy on numerous occasions, but she felt as if there was no escape. She had no one to talk to and when she did, especially to men, their question was, What did you do to make him upset?" Is that a valid question to ask to a women that lives in violence in her own home??? Women groups allow them to come alive and share their stories. This is something that should continue for a lifetime as along as it does not jeopardize relationships with men and heal the pains women feel instead of placing a patch over the wound.
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Racheal.. good post. I definitely agree with you about women movement being a great opportunity for women to talk to other women who are going through the same emotions/situations. You mentioned that one of your friend was in a violent environment and when she spoke to a man about it, he’s first reaction was “what did you do to make him act in this way?” let me tell you, men are not the only ones making this assumption anymore. I was once in a verbal and physical abusive relationship and when I went to therapy to talk about my issues she would say “did you do something to make him say or do that to you?” I was shocked she made me feel like it was my fault that I was getting abused. Even some of my girl friends got tired of hearing my complaints and it got to the point where they to were asking me if I was the one provoking him. After that experience, I completely had a different approach about friends and therapist; it made me isolate myself from sharing my painful experience with anyone. I think these movements are great, but some women, like myself just become so “private” that we don’t feel comfortable talking about our issues in depth with anyone anymore.
Johanna,
WOW! I know there are some women like that out there, but you should not shut your self out. Just get new friends. To me, woman are strong individuals but we have feeling and emotions. Not to bash men, at all, but they do not understand this about women. To me, the women movements are still needed and should be broadcasted for all to know about and become a part of. There should be no reason for ANYONE to get you to a point to touch or verbally/physically abuse anyone. If that is the case, then that person needs help. Frustration is hard to control but is learned and can be controlled by the individual. Sorry to hear this has happened to you. I hope things turn around and you NEVER have to experience that again in your life!
Interesting that you should start your post with this question at this point in the semester. Haven't your answered this question in reading our text? Do you feel that women aren't supported by men in general? Not sure of how to reply to this post..
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