Feminism & Goals
I wish I could say that I don't care what other people say. I wish I could say it was society's fault that I do. Regardless of how educated any person is, there are habits that one simply cannot break. I know that for me, no matter how much I don't care about what other people perceive of me, I still apply makeup and attempt to wrangle with my hair. Some people believe that all those irrational habits are a result of how one was raised or what one experiences in life. I will not stop to tell anyone about my past or history in order to justify my own silly needs. However, if that were true, then why do we bother learning feminist theory and trying to instigate change in these areas? I argue that it doesn't matter how we behave or were raised, learning about feminist theory helps other people alter their own behavior. Trying to create change assures that the next generation feels more secure when leaving the house, walking at night, or speaking out.
One of the major ways in which people can alter ideas and normative thought is though literature and by being loud enough (and making sense, of course). One of my goals throughout all of my life has been to write essays and/or books in order to include myself in feminist discussion. I would love to be able to be disciplined enough to sit down and write about something that interests me. I would like the first to be on feminist spirituality. This fascinating topic is growing worldwide and I would like not only to be a part of it, but to make it more available to others who aren't persuaded by the publicized religions. What is most fascinating about feminist spirituality is that it embraces energy and is fluid. Depending on how a person finds their natural 'high' or what gives them the best feeling of energy, is how one finds their power. Its personalized in its solitary realm, but also allows for collective "worship." I quote the previous word simply because worship is not necessarily central to this form of spirituality. One needs not necessarily worship to fell that energy. For me, music is what brings my energy and 'high,' and this is, of course, different for others.
Although classes are almost over, I hope to begin the research for this essay over break. My friend Alissa will be helping me in this endeavor. We are both caught up in this new spirituality and embracing it. Both of us felt incredibly uncomfortable with the term 'atheist' and were looking for other options that didn't lead to christianity or other popularized religions. We both believe that we've found it here! Updates regarding this topic are forthcoming and, hopefully, so will the essay! Yesterday I put two of my course essays on here, please feel free to comment and, of course, to read!
This is an older picture, but its still good - Alissa, me, Allison, Sarah
