We live life like there’s an algorithm to determine our value
A formula; weight times pants size, plot it on a graph and there’s your worth
We praise beautiful women for flawless skin and perfect curves
but silence the same women if they dare to open their mouths and disagree
We call little girls bossy but little boys leaders
and teach girls that if a boy teases her, it’s because he likes you
We harass women who bare skin while shaming those who choose to cover up
We teach boys that disrespecting women is an expectation and their right
But we can break the cycle
Honor and uplift the women that surround you
Listen to their words and feel their strength
Thank your mom, sister, daughter, spouse, teacher, or best friend
You are the revolution
Originally published here.
Alexis Fairbanks 