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What A Real Women’s Movement Could Be
2021, Feminism

What A Real Women’s Movement Could Be

I’m not a fan of feminism of the feminist movement for several reasons. Namely, I find it to be founded on principals that absolve women of accountability, turn us into victims, and vilify men. However, I do recognise that if we truly had a thriving women’s movement, it could work, […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: March 12, 2021April 18, 2023
Toxic Femininity/Masculinity?
2019, Gender Differences

Toxic Femininity/Masculinity?

There’s a lot of talk on the online sphere about ‘toxic masculinity‘ and now ‘toxic femininity.’ I would argue that when it comes down to it, toxic behaviour exists regardless of gender. There are some toxic traits more typical of men and some more typical of women. (Brings us to […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: April 30, 2019October 27, 2020
Women vs ‘Toxic Masculinity’
2019, Gender Differences, Social Commentary

Women vs ‘Toxic Masculinity’

Two men, both alike in romantic idealism, in classic and contemporary literature, where sexual scenes are laid. Their names: Mr Rochester and Christian Grey. These male protagonists in literature are often cited as purveyors of romantic desire among women. Cullen vs Rochester So I’ve read Jane Eyre, and I haven’t […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: March 14, 2019November 20, 2020
Thoughts On The Gillette Ad
2019, Social Commentary

Thoughts On The Gillette Ad

This article is about the 2019 Gillette ad that sparked online debate. Video is below. I think the Gillette ad has a nice overall message and is very pro-men. It’s not shitting all over men at all. There are a few cringey bits but it’s an advert for men’s razor […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: January 21, 2019April 18, 2023
Lara Croft is a feminist’s wet dream
2018, Feminism

Lara Croft is a feminist’s wet dream

What does feminism want? No one really knows. As a general statement, they want a woman who is tough rather than dainty; has a her own agency and can take of herself (not a damsel in distress), is independent from men, but still looks like a woman. They want a […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: June 7, 2018April 18, 2023
Girls, Boys and Body Image
2018, Health and Beauty

Girls, Boys and Body Image

Body image concerns men and women; not one or the other more. But what really goes through our heads? Women “Oh my god. My boobs are so small; I look like a little girl. Fuck, look at how fat my stomach is. Those stretch marks? Jesus, he wants a pic […]

by: The Rational FemalePosted on: March 14, 2018April 17, 2023

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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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