If you want to be a successful woman with an attitude, it’s important to understand the characteristics that lead to success. These include a sense of self-determination, an inability to see life as a hierarchy, and a willingness to be vulnerable.
Women with ‘Take it as it comes’ attitude tend to be vulnerable
When it comes to vulnerability, women with the ‘take it as it comes’ attitude tend to be more vulnerable than those with an ‘overprotective’ or ’emotionally guarded’ attitude. Vulnerability is one of the most powerful emotions that a person can feel. It makes the person more open, adventurous, and willing to share their feelings with others. Having this kind of attitude can help you gain a higher level of social power.
However, it’s not easy to practice this kind of vulnerability. People often make the mistake of comparing being vulnerable to being manipulative. This is a dangerous misconception as it can lead to imbalance, which will cause some people to react negatively. Practicing vulnerability can be simple, but it also requires some effort. One of the best ways to practice is by being vulnerable to the people you care about.
Women with ‘Self determiners’ attitude tend to be more confident
Women with a ‘Self determiners’ attitude tend to be more confident in their abilities. They are also less prone to having a caesarean than women with a ‘Fearful’ mindset. Their confidence in their capabilities is no doubt aided by a healthy dose of naivete.
A recent study compared three groups of pregnant women. Although the study was limited to a sample of Australian mothers, it still provides a useful guide to the prevailing attitudes of women in the land down under. The findings were a bit surprising. While the results were a mixed bag, the ‘Self determiners’ group did beat the ‘Fearful’ group in several categories. For example, the group trumped the ‘Take it as it comes’ group on the most important question: did you have a vaginal birth?
Benevolent sexism attitudes make men appear capable of providing and protecting
Despite the common belief that benign sexism is benign, it can have harmful effects on women. The sexist attitudes of men can tempt women into viewing benevolent sexism as an expression of protection. This can cause a decline in relationship quality, anger and insecurities. Benevolent sexism can also impede women’s career success.
Benevolent sexism, also called ambivalent sexism, is an attitude that emphasizes gender roles and complements male competence. It may promote heterosexual intimacy while relegating women’s ambitions outside the home. It is associated with a decreased rate of condom use and sexually transmitted diseases. Nevertheless, benevolent sexism is often a part of right-wing authoritarianism.
Hostile sexism, on the other hand, is a form of discrimination that targets women who challenge traditional gender roles. In addition, hostile sexism is more prevalent in private settings. Unlike benevolent sexism, hostile sexism communicates a view of gender relationships as competitive.