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2020

All my blog posts from 2020.

Maleficent vs Sleeping Beauty
2020, Disney, Feminism, Film Reviews

Maleficent vs Sleeping Beauty

Maleficent is a film with feminist undertones. It’s clear to see the feminist bias in how the movie plays out, especially the ending. Sleeping Beauty, by contrast, is not feminist. Yet it is more pro-women and a better movie overall. Here’s my comparison of the two, and a call for […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 30, 2020April 18, 2023
Re-Addressing Black Lives Matter
2020, Racial Issues

Re-Addressing Black Lives Matter

In 2017 I wrote a blog post about why I don’t agree with Black Lives Matter, with a picture of myself posing holding a sign saying ‘All Lives Matter.’ (The above image is a spin-off of that one.) This post is re-addressing my thoughts on Black Lives Matter overall. While […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 25, 2020April 19, 2023
Simon Cowell Sucks
2020, Social Commentary

Simon Cowell Sucks

Human beings have historically loved to humiliate each other for entertainment. From the Romans to the Tudors, we have watched our fellow men and women be publicly ridiculed, mocked, and mistreated. X Factor, headed by notorious arsehole Simon Cowell, is our modern equivalent. Here’s why I loathe the guy. Simone […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 23, 2020November 22, 2020
Interview with Petrina Binney
2020, Interviews, Writing

Interview with Petrina Binney

Today I am proud to welcome fellow author Petrina Binney to the blog. Petrina and I have read and enjoyed each other’s work. She is a wonderful author and I am very happy to interview her here today. Read on to learn more about her books. Hey Petrina! Thank you […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 19, 2020April 17, 2023
Why I Love Disney Movies
2020, Books Films Music TV, Disney

Why I Love Disney Movies

I adore Disney movies. They provide so much nostalgia. I had a rich diet of Disney movies as a child, and this diet has continued into my adulthood. Disney films are under much scrutiny and criticism nowadays. These are often by (some) feminists, or others claiming that Disney films are […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 14, 2020November 20, 2020
How To Be Less Self-Absorbed
2020, Humanity

How To Be Less Self-Absorbed

Self-care is very important. I believe that it is crucial to take care of one’s emotional needs. However, there is a difference between caring for oneself and being self-absorbed. Looking out for others and not seeing yourself as the centre of attention adds to our level of self-care. This is […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: November 10, 2020November 10, 2020

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About The Rational Female

Zarina Macha (The Rational Female) is an award-winning independent author of twenty-one books and a commentator on modern culture. Since 2017, she has examined feminism, race, and mental health with a focus on rational inquiry and social responsibility. Her writing and video essays explore the tensions shaping modern gender relations and contemporary society.
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