8 Struggles of Being a Strong and Independent Woman
Apr 6, 2016 • Cattleya Mariano
8 Struggles of Being a
Strong and Independent Woman
8 Struggles of Being a
The definition of a “strong and independent woman” has changed to suit Millennial struggles. Sure, we may be just as career oriented and capable of handling our own shit as our mothers and grandmothers, but it also means that we’re still working nine to five jobs, riding our bikes to work and living with our parents (some of us with no hope of moving out until we’re 30).
For all of our abilities and the belief that we actually do have our shit together, one thing hasn’t changed about being a strong and independent woman: It is freaking tough, man.
8. People mistake your confidence for being a bitch
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No f*cks given, no apologies made.
7. Men are intimidated by you and subsequently try to bring you down…
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Please, enlighten me as to why your being intimidated is my problem or fault?
6. …which makes it really difficult to date
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The (power) struggle is real. But it doesn’t have to be.
5. It’s hard to get along with other women
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Because non-alphas are annoying, and other alphas turn you into a handful.
4. Between your career and family, there’s barely time for much else
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3. And you feel crazy for not wanting to settle for less than exactly what you want
Via Is it really too much to ask?
2. Everyone counts on you for almost everything
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DO YOU NOT HAVE HANDS??
1. Sometimes, you really just want someone to rub your back and tell you it’s gonna be okay
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Nope, you still gotta do it yourself.
How do you feel about being a strong and independent woman? Sound off in the comments below!
