For a woman, you’re very opinionated…

Well, Yes, I’m an Opinionated Woman, and IDGAF About It

When you’re a woman with strong opinions, ironically, people seem to have a lot of opinions about you.
In a world that still tries to train women to be docile and submissive, bold, empowered, and strong-minded women are making a fierce stand for their place and their voice.

Unfortunately, the struggle is real.

When you’re confident in your stance and speak with conviction about what matters to you, people (especially men) will often try to shut you down. They’ll belittle you, challenge you, or twist your words. All to silence you.

EVERYONE ASSUMES YOU’RE A BITCH

You’re no stranger to being labeled crazy, disagreeable, or a bitch for simply having a backbone. But when a man speaks his mind? He’s assertive. He’s “just being honest.” He’s “strong.”

We wish people could see past our opinions, to the person holding them.

I’ve never been one to shy away from saying what I think. And I shouldn’t have to.
In dating, especially, this has caused friction. Way too many guys just can’t handle a woman like me.

But guess what?
I’m an opinionated woman, and I don’t give a damn if that scares anyone off.

If You’re Looking for a Pushover, Keep Walking

Guys who want a woman to nod and smile don’t interest me.
They’re weak. And if they were real men, they wouldn’t be intimidated by a woman who knows her mind. They’d welcome the challenge, the fire, the depth.
If a man thinks I’m “too opinionated” or has any archaic view of what a woman should be, he can move right along; clearly, we’re not on the same level.

I’m proud that I’ve got more going for me than a pretty face. I’ve lived, I’ve learned, and I speak from experience.
And I’ll never apologize for using my voice.

Isn’t that the whole point of life, to be yourself and to be proud of it?

Badass Women Are the Real Ones You Want in Your Corner

Sure, submissive and soft-spoken women might seem like the “easier” path to men who can’t handle being challenged, but a strong, fearless woman? She’ll not only speak her mind, she’ll stand up for her partner too.

I can handle myself, and I’ll have your back.
You want strength? You’ve got it right here.

I Don’t Need to Be Controlled – I Need to Be Respected

Women aren’t delicate creatures who need guidance to live rich, fulfilling lives.
We are not fragile.
We are not blank slates.
I’m proud to be a woman who isn’t a product of outdated ideology.

I stand tall. I speak up.
And I use the voice I was given, because it’s mine.

I don’t fake who I am to make a guy comfortable.
If he does something out of line, I’ll call it out.
I’m not here to play small or get walked all over.

I’m not about to silence myself to avoid offending someone.
I’m not close-minded, and I welcome other perspectives, but don’t confuse that with submission. I’ve got my own damn mind, and I’m not afraid to use it.

I’ll Never Be the Girl Who Lets Her Man Speak for Her

That’s not me. That’ll never be me.

I believe relationships are about two individuals coming together, not one person trying to dominate or define the other.
And I couldn’t care less about the men who think I’m “too much.” They’re not for me, and I’m not for them. Go find less then.

I’m an opinionated woman. I’m smart, and it’s sexy.