Feminism 

Despite the fact that I am fairly knowledgeable about feminism, it is a subject about which I am always eager to learn more. This week’s reading was fascinating and eye-opening, and it was a great way to begin the first week of class. Feminism is a movement centered on the abolition of sexist exploitation and oppression. Feminism is important not only for women, but for people of all sexes, genders, castes, creeds, and backgrounds. It empowers individuals and society as a whole. A common misconception is that feminists can only be women. Feminism is for Everyone. In my snapshot, I chose a quote from Beyoncé’s music video. Beyoncé, in my opinion, embodies feminism in its purest form. She is the ideal feminist icon. I believe/know that she has helped many people including myself to be more confident and has made people become their true and highest versions of themselves. 

Sex & Gender Expression

Anatomy and physiology are referred to by the phrase “sex Here, we’re talking about sexually-specific chromosomes and endocrine hormones, sexually-specific organs, and even sexually we are either born male or female based on our reproductive system. Within a few years of entering the world, our social environment and culture begin to develop and impact our gender expression. Men and women must conform to certain societal roles depending on their biological gender, according to the text. These categories are further divided into subcategories.” People’s sexuality evolves as their lives grow. It is possible for a person’s biological sex, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation to coexist A person’s gender expression and sexual orientation can alter over time, just like their sexual orientation. According to the author, we will only be able to achieve the feminist moment if we can communicate. 

Overall, both readings were fascinating but there’s a lot of work that has to come about with everyone. I personally have mixed feelings when it comes to gender assignment because although we can trust science and raise people to what they currently are gender-wise I think it’s important that we accept people for who they are, even children, and not put stereotypes and labels on anything. As Maddy Perez said in the hit show Euphoria, “Sexuality is a spectrum”.