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So what are your silver linings in the gender wars?

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BettyFilous · 14/09/2023 21:40

In the interests of balance, what have the upsides of the gender wars been for you?

For me:

  • Introduced me to highly engaging and thought-provoking thinkers, writers and podcasters
  • Got me reading far more widely than I was when I was in my comfy groove
  • Made me think much more critically and check my assumptions in all aspects of my life
  • Showed me what a collective force women can be and how we tackle significant problems with creativity, wit and good humour
  • Róisín Murphy! How could I have missed such a bright talent?

There’s so much more but that’ll do for now. Happy Thursday!

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Cycleorrun · 14/09/2023 23:07

That most politicians are scarily incompetent and accept whatever they are told without putting any thought into evaluating an idea. A real eye-opener!

JanesLittleGirl · 14/09/2023 22:28

Oh, and I realised that I wasn't on my own.

JanesLittleGirl · 14/09/2023 22:27

I discovered Tunnocks teacakes.

ArabeIIaScott · 14/09/2023 22:22

Learned a lot about gifs.

Angry Tyra Banks GIF
PermanentTemporary · 14/09/2023 22:19

Made me think more about what feminism is and made me read a lot of different things - Kimberlé Crenshaw a particular highlight

Helped me process my first marriage (to a desistor) in a different way

Genuinely loosened some attachment to gender stereotypes I didn't know I had - o would say that is all down to the trans movement and a real positive

donquixotedelamancha · 14/09/2023 22:10

I think the biggest one is how much it's revitalised UK feminism and brought together women of different backgrounds.

MrsOvertonsWindow · 14/09/2023 22:08

Watching the women's movement blossom. Much of it underground to keep women safe from the right wing trans extremists but such a joy to have connected with so many thoughtful, funny & wise women.

Toseland · 14/09/2023 22:00

Women are really funny 😂

Austrich · 14/09/2023 21:53

Definitely taught me to question things more, and not trust that the 'right' people to have thought about things honestly/critically