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Are you an undomesticated woman?
Do you know what the word domesticated means? I mean as it pertains to the human female? I didn’t think so! For the feminist amongst you, you’ve probably got a good idea; but for the rest-get ready to blow your mind!
Let’s start with the basics:
In simple terms, domesticated is defined as “(of animals or plants) brought under human control in order to provide food, power, or company” (Cambridge online dictionary).
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Don’t get it twisted! This is not about male bashing or some weird version of extreme feminism! This is about reclaiming your power. It’s literally throwing off centuries of martyrdom on the altar of socio-cultural expectations and dominance.
Here’s what I mean:
The other day while I browsed the “pages” of the internet in search of some research material, I came across a disturbing publication. Maybe it was all in fun or simply an attempt at notoriety? Trying to go viral? Needless to say, that one fell flat (you can read the article here). There is nothing funny about using terms like “superior/supreme” in the context of describing a particular group and or culture.
Now, let’s back to my rant!
Men who cling to their ”privileged patriarchy” are far from extinct and continue to search out their victims even in the digital age. The same narrow-mindedness, stereotypes with underlying misogyny are alive and well. The upside of this is that women all over the world are beginning to wake up and are no longer allowing their voices to be silenced.
Empowerment and protest movements such as #MeToo, Self-love, and Self-care are helping women to reclaim their power as well as breakdown the distorted and destructive perception of self, to which so many have been programmed and conditioned.
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So let’s talk:
Being or becoming an undomesticated woman has nothing to do with, cooking, cleaning or running a household. To be clear, this is something every individual should do regardless of gender role or sex. Furthermore, there is nothing in the biology of the feminine form that suggests being female means that the “household” is your domain.
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So what’s the difference between a “domesticated” and an “undomesticated” woman?
Before we get to that, let me share an insightful little nugget from Louise Hay in which she states:
“All women, including you and me, have been shamed and blamed since childhood. We have been programmed by our parents and by society to think and behave in a certain way- to be women, with all the rules, regulations, and frustrations that come with being a woman. Some are content to play that role but most of us are not” (Empowering Women).
I think that say’s it all in a nutshell. but, for those who need me to spell it out, here goes: she is-
- An undomesticated woman is self-assured.
- An undomesticated is self-confident.
- loves herself.
- competes only with the best version of herself.
- gives from a place of abundance (love, prosperity, wisdom, knowledge, service, etc).
- has well-defined boundaries and enforces them.
- is not perfect and embraces her imperfections.
- She is unique-there is no one like her (i.e. she is an original).
- forgives herself.
- She forgives others.
- has no guilt when she gives space to her self-care.
- Is messy-(real and unrestrained).
- does not seek validation outside of herself.
There’s more to this list but I’ve saved the rest for my latest podcast episode!
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Tonye Tariah, Holistic Health Strategist and founder of Freedom at The Crossroads Blog, helps free women from inaction and unhealthy habits so they can get fit, healthy, and live free. Her approach is “the cookie cutter method only works for cookies,” meaning she helps each person in a unique way helps them transform their lives from the inside out. She’s not about helping you lose weight quick. She’s about changing your habits and helping you fall in love with yourself so you can live a life with pure joy.
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Laura
This was an interesting post!
– Laura // afinnontheloose.com